In a quick session, it is difficult to get everything done that you want to. I’m proud to share that despite time limitations, I was able to ensure unique and…
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Governor signs Equal Pay & Children’s mental health legislation!
A good week to be a woman in Washington On Wednesday, Governor Inslee signed the Equal Pay Opportunity Act into law! I am beyond proud that this historic legislation passed…
School Walkouts & Foster Youth
Students walk out in protest of gun violence Kids across America—including students from schools in our district—walked out in protest on Wednesday, demanding that their leaders take steps to ensure their…
My statement on transparency and Senate Bill 6617
Transparency and Senate Bill 6617 Thank you to those who reached out to engage with me on the issue of public records. Overwhelmingly, people expressed concern about the lack of…
Guns, Government Transparency & the Paris Climate Agreement
Now is the time for common-sense gun legislation In the wake of so many mass shootings nationwide – in schools, in churches, in workplaces – Washingtonians are calling on lawmakers…
Putting People First
Taking Action to Put People First Last week, Democrats in Olympia shone a light on how we are fighting for the families of Washington state. From empowering women with the Equal Pay Opportunity…
Our 41st District Town Hall & Policy News
SAVE THE DATE: District Town Hall Please join me, along with Senator Lisa Wellman and Representative Judy Clibborn, at the 41st Legislative District Town Hall on Saturday, February 17, from 10…
Net Neutrality, Car Tabs & State Patrol Guns
Protecting our Communities from Gun Violence There is no simple solution to preventing gun violence, but here in the Legislature, we’ve been working to find common sense measures that will…
Building a better Washington
The capital budget signed into law The new $4.18 billion capital budget, which has now been signed into law, will create thousands of jobs in every corner of the state—and…
Equal Pay Passes the House!
Yesterday, the House passed the Equal Pay Opportunity Act for the fourth year in a row! I am so proud to be sponsoring this strong legislation for working women and…