Dear Neighbor, With just ten days left in the 2025 legislative session, we’ve hit our final major deadline — opposite house cutoff. That means only bills that have passed both…
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Behavioral Health Response Bill Advances to Governor
OLYMPIA – Yesterday afternoon, House Bill 1811, sponsored by Rep. Osman Salahuddin (D-Redmond), cleared the Senate unanimously and now awaits the Governor’s signature. The bill defines “co-response” as a partnership…
Paid Sick Leave Expansion for Immigration Proceedings Passes Senate, Heads to Governor
OLYMPIA – Workers in Washington could soon use their paid sick leave for immigration-related matters, thanks to Senate passage of House Bill 1875. The bill, now heading to the Governor’s…
Building Community, Celebrating Diversity, & Investing in Our Future
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I want to start with a thank you if you have reached out to my office over the past few weeks! I appreciate hearing from about…
March Legislative Update & Town Hall Tomorrow!
Dear friends and neighbors, In my last newsletter, I provided an update on my work to support our immigrant communities, improve public safety, expand education access, enhance housing affordability, and…
Join Me in Olympia to Celebrate Eid!
Friends and neighbors, I am delighted to invite you to a special Eid-al-Fitr celebration at the end of this month! In Washington state, we strive for diversity and inclusion, yet…
Upcoming Town Hall & Legislative Update!
Dear friends and neighbors, As the month of March is underway, I remain committed to representing all communities in our district and making progress on the issues impacting your household…
Workers Could Soon Use Paid Sick Leave for Immigration Proceedings
OLYMPIA – No worker should have to choose between their paycheck and their family’s future. With the passage of House Bill 1875 by the House of Representatives today, employees could…
You’re Invited: 48th LD Community Town Hall
Who: Sen. Vandana Slatter, & Reps. Amy Walen & Osman Salahuddin, and residents of the district! What: Community Town Hall When: March 23rd, 2:30 – 3:30 PM Where: Together Center,…
Salahuddin Passes First Bill from House Advancing Justice for Rape Survivors
OLYMPIA – Today, the House advanced House Bill 1484, expanding aggravating circumstances for sentencing to include rape-related pregnancies, regardless of the victim’s age. Under current law, courts may impose exceptional…