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Paid Sick Leave Expansion for Immigration Proceedings Passes Senate, Heads to Governor | April 15, 2025
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…
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Gov. Ferguson Signs Bill Officially Recognizing Eid Holidays | April 8, 2025
OLYMPIA — In a historic moment for religious inclusion and cultural recognition, Governor Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5106 into law this evening during a community celebration at the Islamic…
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Bill for Rape Survivors Passes Senate, Heads to Governor’s Desk | April 8, 2025
OLYMPIA – House Bill 1484, introduced by Rep. Osman Salahuddin (D-Redmond), passed the Senate unanimously today. The legislation expands aggravating circumstances in sentencing to include pregnancies resulting from rape, regardless…
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Building Community, Celebrating Diversity, & Investing in Our Future | April 3, 2025
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…
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March Legislative Update & Town Hall Tomorrow! | March 19, 2025
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…
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Join Me in Olympia to Celebrate Eid! | March 14, 2025
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…
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Upcoming Town Hall & Legislative Update! | March 6, 2025
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…
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Workers Could Soon Use Paid Sick Leave for Immigration Proceedings | March 6, 2025
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…
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You’re Invited: 48th LD Community Town Hall | March 6, 2025
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,…
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Strengthening Behavioral Health Crisis Response | March 4, 2025
OLYMPIA – A measure designed to enhance crisis response services across the state has passed the House of Representatives today. House Bill 1811, introduced by Rep. Osman Salahuddin (D-Redmond), integrates…
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