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Lekanoff Sworn-In as First Native American Woman to Serve in House
NOTE: This release was thought to be correct at the time of publication. It has since been determined that Rep. Lekanoff is likely the third Native American woman to serve...
Speaker Chopp’s Opening Day Speech
2019 Legislative Session: Opening Remarks of Speaker Frank Chopp [as prepared] Thank you. Pat, I greatly appreciate your kind words. You are such an important part of our...
Rep. My-Linh Thai makes history as Washington’s first refugee legislator
OLYMPIA – It’s a historic first: Rep. My-Linh Thai, D-Bellevue, is the first refugee to be sworn in to the Washington State Legislature. She took her oath of office during...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Public hearing on House Bill 1064, strengthening and clarifying Initiative 940
Who: Rep. Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland, Chair of the House Public Safety Committee What: House Public Safety Committee public hearing on House Bill 1064 When: Monday, January 14, at 1:30 p.m. Where:...
MEDIA ADVISORY: 49th District Lawmakers Host Town Hall Prior to 2019 Session
WHO: State legislators for the 49th Legislative District: Sen. Annette Cleveland, Rep. Sharon Wylie, Rep. Monica Stonier WHAT: 49th Legislative District Town Hall WHERE: Educational Service District 112 2500 NE...
Rep. Gael Tarleton Brings Her Collaborative Problem-Solving Skills to Table as New Finance Chair
OLYMPIA – Solving Washington state’s biggest problems requires judicious use of taxpayer dollars. Rep. Gael Tarleton, D-Seattle, brings a critical eye and collaborative approach as the new chair of the...
Rep. Tana Senn elected as chair of the Human Services and Early Learning Committee
OLYMPIA – The Washington House Democrats just announced that Rep. Tana Senn, D – Mercer Island, will chair the Human Services and Early Learning Committee beginning in the 2019 legislative...
Rep. Mia Gregerson selected as chair of the State Government and Tribal Relations Committee
OLYMPIA – The Washington House Democrats announced today that Rep. Mia Gregerson, D – SeaTac, will chair the State Government and Tribal Relations Committee beginning in the 2019 legislative session....
House Democratic Caucus announces committees and D member assignments
OLYMPIA – House Democratic Caucus members have approved the following committees and Democratic member assignments for the 2019 legislative session beginning in January. The House Republican Caucus and its leadership...
Rep. Hansen to chair newly-renamed College & Workforce Development committee
OLYMPIA — When the Legislature convenes in January, state Rep. Drew Hansen (D-Bainbridge Island) will lead the newly-renamed College & Workforce Development committee in the House of Representatives. The committee...