Reed bill cuts red tape for building social housing
OLYMPIA – The first House bill signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson makes major strides in addressing Washington’s housing crisis. HB 1687, sponsored by Rep. Julia Reed (D-Seattle), authorizes the state or...
Reed bill increases safety for vulnerable road users
OLYMPIA – Cyclists and pedestrians in Washington state gained much needed protections thanks to Rep. Julia Reed (D-Seattle). HB 2095 shifts civil liability to motor vehicle drivers when they collide with ‘vulnerable...
Reed bill cuts red tape for building social housing
OLYMPIA – Building on last year’s efforts to address the housing crisis in Washington State, Rep. Julia Reed (D-Seattle) passed her first housing related bill of the 2026 Legislative Session. HB...
Legislative update: Halfway through session and Super Bowl champs!
Dear friends & neighbors, On Sunday night, I was ecstatic to see the 36th district’s landmark Space Needle launch blue and green fireworks to celebrate the championship win of our Seattle...
Town Hall THIS Monday – see you there? 😊
Dear Friends & Neighbors, This coming Monday, we are hosting a holiday town hall with Sen. Noel Frame, and we would love for you to come! Join us Monday, December...
Food resources for community members in need
Dear friends & neighbors, We’re now over a month into the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history which has been devastating to vital services and programs utilized by Washingtonians....
Townhall tonight and a preview of the 2026 Legislative Session
Dear friends & neighbors, I hope you all had a great summer – I can’t believe it’s Fall already! I’ve been keeping busy, and I wanted to update you all...
Transit Oriented Development passes Senate
OLYMPIA – A smarter approach to addressing Washington’s housing shortage is possible thanks to HB 1491, or Transit Oriented Development, passing the Senate with bipartisan support. Sponsored by Rep. Julia...
Legislative update: Budget season & our next town hall
We’re entering the final stretch of session, which means budget negotiations are at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Inflation and slow revenue growth have led to a significant budget shortfall,...
Rep. Reed: Improved passenger rail benefits Washington
OLYMPIA – Passenger rail is one step closer to seeing major improvements in Washington state with HB 1837 passing the House. Sponsored by Rep. Julia Reed (D-Seattle) the bill establishes...