OLYMPIA – In a win for inclusivity, the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations passed House Bill 2209 establishing Lunar New Year as a legislatively recognized holiday. Rep….
Category: Email Updates
Welcome to the 2024 legislative session!
Friends and neighbors, As of January 8th, the 2024 legislative session has begun! As your representative in Olympia, I am very excited to advocate for the issues you said mattered…
You’re Invited: Virtual Town Hall – December 13th
Dear friends and neighbors, I’d like to invite you to an upcoming virtual town hall I am hosting on my official Facebook page. This is a great opportunity to preview…
Tribal Rights & Preparing for the 2024 Legislative Session
Friends and neighbors, This November, we celebrate the rich cultures and contributions of Native Americans to our country. From their deep connection to the land to their commitment to community,…
Historic Progress in Housing
Friends and neighbors, I had an incredible time speaking with and more importantly – listening – to our community members about the importance of tax reform and what an equitable…
Responding to the state’s substance use disorder crisis
Friends and neighbors, A safe, vibrant, supportive, and inclusive community where we raise our kids, pursue careers, cultivate friendships, and achieve a sense of belonging is what we all want….
Creating a Healthcare System that Works for Everyone
Too often, marginalized communities are excluded from getting the healthcare they need. This can come in the form of lack of public transportation or lack of nearby health care facilities…
Rep. Thai Selected for CSG Henry Toll Fellowship
OLYMPIA – The Council of State Governments (CSG) has announced that Rep. My-Linh Thai, D-Bellevue, has been selected to participate in the 2023 CSG Henry Toll Fellowship. In total, forty-seven…
You’re Invited: Newcastle Coffee & Conversation!
Dear friends and neighbors, I’d like to invite you to an upcoming community coffee event in Newcastle to hear your experience with health care and long-term care. This is also…
2023 Session Recap: Protecting renters, modifying the Working Families Tax Credit, and More
During the 2023 legislative session, we returned to Olympia after two years due to the pandemic. During the 105-day legislative session, we made significant progress on the issues that matter…