Dear friends and neighbors, Two things I keep hearing about are (a) taxes and (b) the cost of living. This e-newsletter is a chance to talk about both issues, and…
Category: Monica Stonier
Dental One Table announces 2026 legislative priorities
OLYMPIA— Looking to take a bite out of oral disease in Washington state, the Dental One Table announces their legislative priorities for the 2026 Session. Sen. Marcus Riccelli (D-Spokane) and Rep. Monica Stonier (D-Vancouver) serve as…
Rep. Monica Stonier Brings Back the Recycling Refunds Act
OLYMPIA — Sick of seeing litter and plastic waste detract from Washington’s natural beauty, Rep. Monica Stonier (D-Vancouver) is sponsoring HB 1607 to address the issue. The Recycling Refunds Act, scheduled for hearing in the House Appropriations Committee on Wednesday,…
Capitol to Community: Updates on Bills, Budgets, and Beyond
Dear neighbors, The 2025 legislative session adjourned Sine Die on April 27 on the 105th day. I’ll be real – it was a tough session. We gaveled in on January…
New Law Strengthens Student Rights and Parental Involvement in Public Schools
OLYMPIA — A landmark bill to promote safe and inclusive schools in Washington was signed into law by Governor Ferguson on Tuesday, May 19. House Bill 1296, sponsored by…
Stonier Bill Expanding Healthcare Coverage for Prosthetic Limbs Signed into Law
OLYMPIA – Health equity got a major boost this session when SHB 1669, requiring insurers to cover medically needed prosthetic limbs and braces, was signed into law. The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Monica Stonier…
MEDIA ADVISORY: 49th District legislators to hold telephone town hall on 3/27
Please join State Representatives Monica Stonier and Sharon Wylie and Senator Annette Cleveland at an upcoming telephone townhall events to hear a mid-session update and ask questions. WHO: Rep….
A bevy of bills and a Telephone Town Hall: a Legislative Update with Rep. Stonier
Dear friends and neighbors, We are about halfway finished with the legislative session, and I’m excited to share an update with you. Last Wednesday marked the final day for House…
House passes Stonier bill to keep students safe
OLYMPIA—The House of Representatives passed a major piece of education policy written by Rep. Monica Stonier (D-Vancouver) after a marathon debate. “This is about making sure all students have a…
History, Health Care, and Humanity
Dear friends and neighbors, 📢 We made it to cutoff! The first one anyway. For those who are new to the legislative process, cutoff is an important and sometimes sad…