Governor signs Peterson bill ending the use of ‘Prison Riot Offense’ in juvenile detention system.
OLYMPIA – Youth who have committed offenses enter the juvenile detention system, rather than adult incarceration to be rehabilitated. Yet, certain kids in Washington still face adult penalties for minor...
Fighting for rent stabilization and maintaining a commitment to our kids
Friends and Neighbors, We are days away from Sine Die, the last day of the session, on April 27. That means we are spending most of our time debating bills...
We’re addressing Washington’s housing crisis. Here’s how.
Friends and neighbors, We are rapidly moving toward Sine Die, the last day of session. That means we are in full-time floor action, debating bills and passing legislation. You can...
Peterson youth detention bill passed by Senate.
OLYMPIA – Youth who have committed offenses are rehabilitated in the juvenile detention system, rather than adult incarceration. Yet, certain kids in Washington still face adult consequences for minor dustups...
Senate passes Peterson bill to help courts provide interpreter services and improve access to justice.
OLYMPIA – Court proceedings can confuse anyone who doesn’t have a law degree. This is especially true for Washington residents who have limited English language skills. The Washington State Senate...
You’re Invited: 21st LD Telephone Town Hall This Thursday!
Who: Sen. Marko Liias, Reps. Lillian Ortiz-Self & Strom Peterson, and residents of the district! What: Telephone Town Hall When: March 26th, 6:30 – 7:30 PM Where: By phone –...
You’re Invited: 21st LD Community Town Hall
Who: 21st Legislative District delegation – Sen. Marko Liias, Reps. Lillian Ortiz-Self and Strom Peterson, and residents of the district! What: Community Town Hall When: March 15th, 10-11 AM Where:...
Equal access to justice: Peterson bill helps courts provide interpreter services
OLYMPIA – Court proceedings can be confusing for everyone but can be even more onerous for Washington residents who have limited fluency in English. Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, is working to...
Legislative Update: Policy Cutoff Edition
Friends and neighbors, We’ve hit the second deadline of the 2025 legislative session – house of origin fiscal cutoff. This means that legislation must have advanced out of both policy...
Getting session started and ending deceptive police interrogations.
Friends and neighbors, Last week kicked off the 2025 Legislative session. This year’s work will include combating the housing crisis, handling budget challenges, and many others. Ending deceptive police tactics ...
21st District Newsletter: WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND FOR THE 2025 SESSION?
Dear friends and neighbors, The 2025 Legislative Session is underway as of this past Monday and what better way to begin than learning what’s important to you? Democracy is about...
Election Year Restrictions, Housing Wins and the Work Continues.
Friends and neighbors Last session, the legislature made significant progress on increasing housing supply by expanding the use of familiar housing options like duplexes and townhomes (House Bill 1110 and...
BUDGETS REPORT to the 21st Legislative District
Dear friends and neighbors, The 2024 legislative session is behind us and we are happy to report that we finished on time, with balanced budgets that support working families, and...
Octopuses in Washington to remain in their little hideaways beneath the waves, safe from farming.
OLYMPIA – Legislation preventing the farming of Octopus in Washington State has been signed by the governor. Sponsored by Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, House Bill 1153 prohibits the farming of...
Legislative Update: Poverty reduction, housing progress, and last week of the legislative session.
Friends and neighbors, The 2024 legislative session is drawing to a close on Thursday. This year, we have covered a number of important issues, including housing, the fentanyl and opioid...
Peterson bills to help families with low incomes head to governor’s desk.
OLYMPIA – A pair of bills that will help families with low incomes find better financial stability are on the way to the governor. House Bills 2230 and 2007, sponsored...
Poverty reduction and housing investments in the supplemental budgets
Friends and neighbors, Coming in to this legislative session, one of my top priorities was to support families with low incomes. I sought to do this through various avenues which...
House passes Peterson bills to help families with low incomes
OLYMPIA – The House of Representatives has passed a pair of bills that will help families with low incomes find better financial stability. House Bills 2230 and 2007, sponsored by...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Reps. Ortiz-Self & Peterson + Sen. Liias to Hold Feb. 17 Town Hall
Please join your lawmakers from the 21st Legislative District for a town hall meeting from 10-11:30 AM on Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Kamiak High School in Mukilteo. This is...
The need for rent stabilization now.
Friends and neighbors, This week I want to update you on my bills which are still alive this legislative session, talk about why we need to move on rent stabilization this...
House passes Peterson bill to ban Octopus farming in Washington.
OLYMPIA – The Washington State House of Representatives passed legislation that will prevent the farming of Octopus in Washington State. Sponsored by Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, House Bill 1153 passed...
Continuing to turn the tide on the housing crisis.
Friends and neighbors, For the last few sessions, I have spoken extensively on how the housing crisis is affecting all parts of Washington. Residents in every corner of our state...
Newsletter: Looking ahead to next session and your participation!
Dear friends and neighbors, These final weeks of the year are a great opportunity to give you some pointers on the different ways you can participate in your democracy next...
REPORT TO THE 21st DISTRICT: BUDGETS EDITION
Dear friends and neighbors, With the session having ended recently, we’d like to give you a rundown of the main investments in all three state budgets passed this year. These...
Governor signs historic gun safety legislation into law
Olympia – Over 2,500 mass shootings in four years. That’s more than one mass shooting every day. This is the reality facing families and communities across the nation, but lawmakers...