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Rep. Paul Works to Expand Local Government Flexibility for Affordable Housing
OLYMPIA – Local governments across Washington are seeking greater flexibility to address the housing crisis. Thanks to today’s passage of House Bill 1791 in the House of Representatives, that is...
Workers Could Soon Use Paid Sick Leave for Immigration Proceedings
OLYMPIA – No worker should have to choose between their paycheck and their family’s future. With the passage of House Bill 1875 by the House of Representatives today, employees could...
Timmons Bill to Enhance Public Transit Governing Bodies Passes House
OLYMPIA – Many Washingtonians rely on public transportation every day to get to school, work, and other essential activities. Wednesday, the Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 1418,...
Smart use of existing space: Walen bill to build housing in commercial buildings clears the House.
OLYMPIA – Washington is in a housing crisis. A key factor in this problem is a widespread lack of housing supply. Rep. Amy Walen, D-Kirkland, is continuing her efforts to...
Equal access to justice: Peterson bill helps courts provide interpreter services
OLYMPIA – Court proceedings can be confusing for everyone but can be even more onerous for Washington residents who have limited fluency in English. Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, is working to...
Rep. Cortes: ‘Standardize Juvenile Diversion Programs, Cut Recidivism Rates’
OLYMPIA – In a major victory for juvenile justice reform, the House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1391 today. Introduced by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett), the legislation will help...
Taylor bill to decrease background check turnaround time passes House
OLYMPIA – A background check is an important step in the employment process, but when results take days, weeks, or even months it can impede an employer’s ability to deliver...
Rep. Hunt Champions Family-Friendly Legislation to Expand Access to Baby Changing Stations
OLYMPIA – Today, the Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 1562, a step toward making public spaces more accessible and family-friendly. Sponsored by Representative Victoria Hunt (D-Issaquah), this bipartisan...
Donaghy bill ensuring transparency in solicited real estate sent to Senate.
OLYMPIA – A bill to ensure transparency in solicited real estate transactions has cleared the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Rep. Brandy Donaghy, D-Mill Creek, House Bill 1081 requires companies...
Nance bill designates bull kelp as Washington state’s official marine forest
OLYMPIA— Bull Kelp may soon get big help thanks to legislation sponsored by Rep. Greg Nance (D-Kitsap) to establish the aquatic plant as Washington state’s marine forest with House Bill 1631. ...