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MEDIA ADVISORY: Governor Inslee to sign Access to Democracy bills
Who: Rep. Zack Hudgins (D-Tukwila) What: Bill signing with Governor Jay Inslee When: Monday, March 19 2:30 p.m. Where: Foster High School – 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, WA 98168...
Rep. Kristine Lytton announces retirement from Washington Legislature
OLYMPIA — Since first being elected in 2010 as a state representative for the 40th Legislative District, Representative Kristine Lytton, D-Anacortes, has been an advocate for children, education, and tax...
Democrats’ plan cuts taxes, balances budget and increases reserves
OLYMPIA — The Legislature adjourned today after passing a balanced budget plan that will provide property tax relief while leaving a healthy reserve fund for future emergencies such as wildfires...
MEDIA ADVISORY – 33rd Legislative District Telephone Town Hall
Who: Sen. Karen Keiser, Rep. Tina Orwall & Rep. Mia Gregerson –The 33rd Legislative District delegation representing part of King County including SeaTac, Des Moines, Normandy Park, and part of...
State budget includes big boosts to financial aid, career training, computer science slots
OLYMPIA – Over the next four years, thousands of additional students will have the opportunity to afford college thanks to a major commitment by state lawmakers to eliminate the funding...
New state budget offers help—and hope—to rural hospitals
OLYMPIA — Help is on the way for rural hospitals, especially two sole community hospitals that are the foundation of health care for residents in Clallam County and Grays Harbor...
2018 Budget Agreement Increases Education Funding, Cuts Taxes
OLYMPIA – Budget leaders in the House and Senate today announced a 2018 supplemental operating budget plan that will provide property tax relief while directing additional funding to K-12 education,...
Kagi: A champion for children and families: Chair of Early Learning and Human Services will not seek re-election in 2018
Kagi: A champion for children and families Chair of Early Learning and Human Services will not seek re-election in 2018 OLYMPIA—After 20 years in the legislature, Representative Ruth Kagi announced...
Tharinger: Construction budgets invests in public schools, mental health and environment
OLYMPIA—Changes to the state’s $4.2 billion construction budget will put more funding into building schools, mental health facilities and environmental projects, said Rep. Steve Tharinger, D-Dungeness, chair of the House...
Rep. Clibborn: It’s been an honor to serve
OLYMPIA—After serving in the House of Representatives since 2003, Rep. Judy Clibborn (D-Mercer Island) said she is most proud of working in a bipartisan manner with lawmakers from every corner...