Dear Friends and Neighbors, 

As we welcome the warmth and light of summer here in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, I hope you’re finding time to enjoy the vibrant energy that this season brings—whether it’s a walk in a local park, gathering with friends and family, or simply soaking in the longer days. For me, summer also marks the beginning of the legislative interim: a time to reconnect more deeply with our communities, reflect on what we’ve accomplished, and begin listening and planning for the work ahead. 

This past session was one of the most impactful of my time in Olympia, and I’m proud to share that several of my bills were signed into law by Governor Ferguson. These policies reflect the values and needs I hear from you: fairness, accountability, safety, and opportunity. 

Here are a few key accomplishments I championed this year: 

• Protecting Consumers: With HB 1006, we strengthened consumer protections around service contracts—ensuring that buyers get a fair deal and clear terms. 

• Tackling Deepfake Abuse: HB 1205 now makes it a crime to maliciously use AI to impersonate others, helping protect individuals and the integrity of our public discourse. 

• Supporting Local Projects: HB 1109 gives our Public Facilities Districts greater flexibility in how they fund and manage projects that matter to local residents. 

• Improving Job Access: HB 1023 expands job mobility for licensed cosmetologists—including military spouses—by reducing unnecessary red tape and recognizing their credentials across state lines. 

• Strengthening Hate Crime Laws: HB 1052 ensures greater accountability in hate crime cases, reinforcing our shared commitment to justice and safety for all. 

I’m honored to be your voice in Olympia and remain focused on crafting thoughtful, forward-looking policies that improve lives here at home. During the interim, I look forward to attending community events, meeting with neighbors, and hearing your ideas for the future. If there’s an issue that matters to you—or if you’d just like to say hello—please don’t hesitate to reach out. 

This summer, I’m deeply honored to serve as President and Summit Co-Chair for the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER)—a respected cross-border organization uniting public and private sector leaders from across ten U.S. states and Canadian provinces. 

From July 20–24, the PNWER Annual Summit will take place right here in Bellevue, bringing together lawmakers, business leaders, and community advocates to explore pressing issues like climate innovation, economic resilience, infrastructure, workforce mobility, and emerging technologies—including clean energy and the future of AI. 

As Co-Chair, I’m proud to help guide conversations that directly impact our region’s economic future. This work is an extension of what we strive to do every day in Olympia: ensure that local voices shape broader policy decisions and that our communities benefit from regional collaboration. 

Policymaking doesn’t happen in a vacuum—and being part of PNWER’s work helps connect the needs of Washington’s 32nd District to shared priorities across the Pacific Northwest. 

  🔗 Learn more about PNWER and the 2025 Summit: www.pnwer.org/2025-summit.html 

Public safety continues to be a top priority for me—and I know it’s top of mind for many of you as well. That’s why I want to highlight a recent report from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, which provides a sobering snapshot of firearm-related cases in our region. 

Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. David Baker, a globally renowned scientist and leading voice in computational biology and protein design at the University of Washington. Beyond his groundbreaking scientific contributions, Dr. Baker is also engaged in thoughtful conversations around the ethical use of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and intellectual property rights—areas that are becoming increasingly urgent in our legislative work. 

Our conversation touched on how emerging AI technologies are reshaping not only science and medicine, but also the ways we protect individual rights and ensure public trust. I was particularly interested in his insights on: 

• How AI-generated tools can be harnessed for public good without compromising personal privacy 

• The importance of secure, transparent data systems in research and innovation 

• How intellectual property rights can support ethical innovation while guarding against misuse 

These topics directly inform the policies I’ve championed—like HB 1205, which makes it a crime to use AI for malicious deepfake impersonation. As lawmakers, it’s vital that we stay ahead of these rapidly evolving technologies, and conversations with experts like Dr. Baker help ground that work in both science and ethics. 

We also took a few photos together, which I’m happy to share with you all here! 

As we move through the summer months, I remain energized by the work ahead and deeply grateful for the opportunity to represent you. Whether it’s protecting public safety, supporting innovation, or growing our regional economy, I’m committed to ensuring that our policies reflect the values of our community. Thank you for staying engaged—and for the trust you place in me. I look forward to seeing many of you around the district this summer.   

Please stay cool and hydrated!