Friends and neighbors, In my first newsletter earlier this year, I talked about how important it is to take care of each other and invest in our communities. That’s why…
Reflecting on our work this session

Friends and neighbors, In my first newsletter earlier this year, I talked about how important it is to take care of each other and invest in our communities. That’s why…
2021 was a big year for Washington state. We’re proud to report that we accomplished a lot in the Legislature. Read this overview for some of the things we are…
Friends and neighbors, Today, the legislative session comes to an end, but our work to recover from the pandemic together continues. I’m so honored to have served you and our…
OLYMPIA – Gov. Jay Inslee signed HB 1221 into law today, a signature bill sponsored by Rep. Alicia Rule (D-Blaine) that helps families with young children that experience homelessness. HB…
OLYMPIA – The Legislature has approved a bill to expand the Main Street Program, a state effort to revitalize rural downtowns, support small businesses, and bolster economic recovery. The bill,…
Friends and neighbors, Last week, Whatcom County reached a critical milestone in our vaccination efforts. Over 30% of Whatcom County residents have received at least one dose of the vaccine,…
Friends and neighbors, Last week was a big week in the Legislature for budgets. The House announced our construction budget, which funds projects around the state, and the Washington Recovery…
WHO: Reps. Alicia Rule and Sharon Shewmake WHAT: Virtual town hall with 42nd Legislative District residents WHEN: Monday, March 29 at 6 p.m. WHERE: Streamed live on Facebook, Twitter and…
Friends and neighbors, It’s Social Work Month! It was an honor to be recognized alongside my colleague Rep. Tina Orwall in the governor’s Social Work Month proclamation. I’m proud to…
Friends and neighbors, This week marked the beginning of full time floor action, which means that from morning until evening, all 98 members of the House of Representatives are carefully…