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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...
Capital budget invests $7.5 billion toward building a better future
OLYMPIA—Housing, parks, education, colleges, and the environment are highlights of the new state construction budget. “These aren’t just numbers on a page,” said Rep. Davina Duerr (D-Bothell). “Every project represents...
Richards: New construction budget brings $147 million in local projects
OLYMPIA—The capital budget that passed with massive bipartisan support includes $7.5 billion in funding, including $147 million in specific projects for the 26th District. “This is great news for people...
Ferguson Signs Fosse’s Child Labor Safety Bill into Law
OLYMPIA – With the stroke of a pen, Governor Ferguson today signed House Bill 1644 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Mary Fosse (D-Everett), Vice Chair of the House Labor &...
Legislature passes budget to protect essential services, support K-12 education
Para español, favor de ver más abajo OLYMPIA — The Legislature passed a $77.1 billion operating budget Sunday that protects essential services while significantly boosting support for K-12 education. The...