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MEDIA ADVISORY: Public hearing and media availability on bill to tackle state’s looming long-term care crisis (HB 1087)
Who: Rep. Laurie Jinkins, D-Tacoma, prime sponsor of the Long-Term Care Trust Act (HB 1087) What: Public hearing in the House Health Care & Wellness committee When: Wednesday, January 16,...
Ramos and Callan sworn in as new representatives for the 5th District
OLYMPIA – Representatives Bill Ramos and Lisa Callan were sworn in on Monday, January 14 as the 5th Legislative District’s new state House delegation in Olympia. Rep. Lisa Callan brings...
Dave Paul sworn in as newest representative for the 10th District
OLYMPIA – Dave Paul was sworn in on Monday, January 14, as the newest state representative for Washington’s 10th Legislative District. Rep. Paul brings a strong background in pre-K-12 and...
Lovick and Mead: Let’s work together to help working families
OLYMPIA–On the first day of the 2019 session, Rep. John Lovick was once again elected as House Speaker Pro Tem, and he remains the first and only African-American to serve in...
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...