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MEDIA ADVISORY: Public hearing on two “Access to Democracy” bills.

Who: Rep. Zack Hudgins (D-Tukwila), Chair of the State Government, Elections & Information Technology Committee What: Public hearing on House Bill 1800 (Washington Voting Rights Act) and House Bill 2297... READ MORE

Atlantic Salmon Net Pen Solution Proposed by Democrats

OLYMPIA – House Democrats have introduced new legislation that addresses the escape of nonnative fish populations, such as the Atlantic Salmon Net Pen accident that occurred last August. HB 2418... READ MORE

Statement from House Commerce and Gaming Chair David Sawyer (D-Tacoma) on USDOJ’s decision to rescind policy allowing Washington state to implement legalized and regulated marijuana market

“Today the Trump Administration reversed years of federal policy that has enabled states like Washington to implement a legal marijuana market as the voters directed us to do in 2012.... READ MORE

New York Times gives a shout-out to Jinkins’ long-term care bill

As Washington’s – and the nation’s – population ages, more and more families are facing the challenges of caring for an elderly family member. The majority of adults have no... READ MORE

49th LD TOWN HALL MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT

Washington state’s 49th Legislative District delegation, Sen. Annette Cleveland and Reps. Sharon Wylie and Monica Stonier, invite 49th district residents to join them at their town hall meeting on Saturday,... READ MORE

Riccelli to attend Marshallese Community Health Forum this Saturday

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: A community health forum to discuss the historical and current issues impacting the health of the Marshallese community and their need for access to affordable health care... READ MORE

Net neutrality protected in Washington state under bill proposed by Rep. Hansen

OLYMPIA – In anticipation of today’s Federal Communications Commission vote to repeal net neutrality regulations, Rep. Drew Hansen (D-Bainbridge Island) introduced legislation Wednesday protecting Washington consumers’ access to a free... READ MORE

Work session forces postponement of Forks town hall meeting

OLYMPIA — A town hall meeting scheduled for Forks on Dec. 12 will be rescheduled due to a critical meeting on water rights. The meeting, hosted by Sen. Kevin Van... READ MORE

Senn Receives 2017 Child Health Advocate Award

OLYMPIA – State Representative Tana Senn (D-Mercer Island) was recently honored for her legislative work advocating for children’s mental health in Washington state. On Wednesday, November 15, Senn received the... READ MORE

Statement from House Majority Leader Pat Sullivan on today’s Supreme Court McCleary order

“When the Legislature adjourned a few months ago, I was confident our education funding plan was adequate to ensure our schools are fully funded. I’m pleased the Court announced today... READ MORE