House advances bill to preserve historic communities and strengthen neighborhood identity
OLYMPIA —House Bill 1408, sponsored by State Rep. Sharon Tomiko Santos, D-Seattle, would establish a dedicated funding mechanism for Community Preservation and Development Authorities (CPDAs) cleared the House unanimously on Friday...
Drawing the Line: What Washington Stands For
Dear Friends and Neighbors: The Opening Day ceremonies of the 2026 legislative session set a clear tone for our state: Washington will continue to stand for dignity, belonging, and the...
You’re Invited: 37th LD Community Town Hall
Who: Sen. Rebecca Saldaña, Reps. Sharon Tomiko Santos & Chipalo Street, and residents of the district! What: Community Town Hall When: Saturday, March 22nd, 10 – 11:30 AM Where: Asian...
Legislative Update: February 2025
Dear Neighbors, The 2025 legislative session began in January with deep uncertainty about how changes at the federal level would affect us. Since then, our pace has quickened with a...
Legislative Update: Education in WA – Achievements, Challenges, & Outlook
Dear Neighbors, As Chair of the House Education Committee, I am pleased to present an overview of our accomplishments in education over the past year, as well as a preview...