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House passes pair of Rep. Valdez bills aimed at protecting vulnerable populations
OLYMPIA – The House of Representatives today moved two measures prime-sponsored by Rep. Javier Valdez (D-Seattle) that will work toward shielding traditionally vulnerable populations. HB 2343 defines what it means...
Tacoma legislators commend Point Ruston resolution
OLYMPIA – Three Tacoma legislators are commending the resolution of the years-long Point Ruston development dispute following the approval of an interlocal agreement forged between the cities of Tacoma and...
Kilduff’s Military Spouse Employment Bill Passes House
OLYMPIA — Spouses of active duty soldiers face a much higher rate of unemployment, even taking into account those who choose to stay home. Removing workplace barriers and promoting job...
House passes Rep. Pollet bill to protect students from deceptive practices by for-profit colleges and career schools
Olympia – The Washington House of Representatives passed legislation to protect students at for-profit colleges or career schools in Washington from deceptive and fraudulent advertising and recruitment claims. HB 1439,...
Senn legislation increasing housing for individuals with developmental disabilities passes House
OLYMPIA—Earlier today, the House of Representatives approved legislation to increase the availability of housing for people with developmental disabilities. House Bill 2448, sponsored by Rep. Tana Senn, D-Mercer Island, passed...
Hansen’s New Hope Act removes barriers; provides hope for second chance
OLYMPIA – On a bipartisan vote, the House Committee on Public Safety moved forward legislation today providing rehabilitated, formerly incarcerated individuals a chance to rebuild their lives after leaving prison....
Stonier’s student nutrition bill wins Senate approval
OLYMPIA – The Washington Kids Ready to Learn Act, sponsored by Rep. Monica Stonier, D-Vancouver, received a strong 43-5 vote in the Senate today and is one step closer to becoming law....
Net neutrality bill advances in state legislature
OLYMPIA – Protecting net neutrality in Washington state took a major step forward today with advancement of legislation by the House Committee on Technology & Economic Development. On a bipartisan...
Small Business Tax Reform Proposed by House Democrats
OLYMPIA – Washington state’s tax code unfairly burdens small businesses and for years Democrats and Republicans have proposed changes. The underlying issue is requiring a business to pay taxes on...
Bill protecting DACA recipients from losing college aid advances
OLYMPIA – On a bipartisan vote, the House Higher Education committee moved legislation forward today that would protect state financial aid eligibility for undocumented students. In particular, House Bill 1488...