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“It’s time for stability”: Bill to Prevent Rent Gouging Signed by Governor
OLYMPIA – After years of trying to pass a cap on rental increases to protect renters from unfair price hikes, Rep. Nicole Macri (D-Seattle) joined Governor Bob Ferguson and lawmakers...
49th District Wins in State 2025-27 Biennial Budget
OLYMPIA – Legislators in Olympia passed the biennial 2025-27 budget this session with a focus on education, housing, and supporting critical services like healthcare. “Every year we come to Olympia...
State construction budget includes $329 million in local projects
OLYMPIA—The new $7.5 billion capital budget passed by the House and Senate invests in housing, public schools, tribes, parks, early learning, and other vital infrastructure. “This capital budget will...
Bipartisan transportation budget brings projects to the 24th District
OLYMPIA—The new transportation budget includes $15.6 billion in projects and improvements to the state’s network of highways, ferries, trains, buses and other alternatives. “In a difficult budget year, we stuck...
Stonier Bill Expanding Healthcare Coverage for Prosthetic Limbs Signed into Law
OLYMPIA – Health equity got a major boost this session when SHB 1669, requiring insurers to cover medically needed prosthetic limbs and braces, was signed into law. The bill’s sponsor, Rep. Monica Stonier...
30th District Wins in State 2025-27 Biennial Budget
OLYMPIA – Legislators in Olympia passed the biennial 2025-27 budget this session with a focus on education, housing, and supporting critical services like healthcare. “This year, despite facing significant budget...
Capital Budget Brings $29 Million to Kitsap for Housing, Health Care, and Education
OLYMPIA – Washington’s 2025-27 capital budget prioritizes meeting the state’s biggest challenges head-on, from housing to education, in a way that supports the well-being of individuals and families across the...
Righting the Ship: State Budget Invests in Ferries, Transit, and Safer Communities
OLYMPIA – Washington’s transportation budget doesn’t just fund statewide projects and operations, it creates jobs, makes our streets and cities safer, and ensures folks across the state can get...
Legislative Black Caucus Celebrates Historic Wins
OLYMPIA—As the 2025 legislative session concludes, the Washington State Legislative Black Caucus (LBC) proudly celebrates a historic slate of achievements for Washington — the result of steadfast leadership, community advocacy,...
Four bills by Rep. Adison Richards pass both chambers
OLYMPIA—Two bills introduced by Representative Adison Richards (D-Gig Harbor) are already signed into law and two more are awaiting the governor’s signature after passing the House and Senate. “The...