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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Slatter’s Emissions Limit Bill Passes House
OLYMPIA—This afternoon, the Washington State House of Representatives passed a measure to amend state greenhouse gas (GHG) emission limits for consistency with the most recent assessment of climate change science....
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House passes Doglio’s firearms/vulnerable adult protection orders legislation
OLYMPIA—Today, the Washington House of Representatives passed HB 2305 by Rep. Beth Doglio (D-Olympia) to extend protections for vulnerable adults against people deemed too dangerous to possess firearms. Under current...
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Johnson Bill to Spark Interest in Renewable Energy Careers Passes House
OLYMPIA – Speaking from the floor of the Washington State House of Representatives, Rep. Jesse Johnson, D-Federal Way, acknowledged the voices of thousands of Washington students who want the government...
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Shewmake’s Rural Childcare Access Act passes House with nearly unanimous, bipartisan support
OLYMPIA— On Thursday, February 13, the Washington State House of Representatives passed legislation sponsored by Representative Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to help struggling childcare providers and bolster the childcare workforce. “In...
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Entenman Bill to Alleviate Family Poverty Passes House
OLYMPIA – Families who rely on the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program may soon have an easier time accessing this vital cash benefit. House Bill 2441, sponsored by...
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MEDIA ADVISORY: 1st Legislative District Town Hall and Telephone Town Hall
WHO: Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell), Rep. Shelley Kloba (D-Kirkland), Rep. Davina Duerr (D-Bothell) WHAT: Town Hall and Telephone Town Hall WHEN: Town Hall- Saturday, February 22, 3 – 5 p.m. Telephone Town...
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Blake’s bill to recover derelict gear goes to Senate
OLYMPIA—On a unanimous vote yesterday, the Washington House of Representatives approved a measure addressing the recovery of coastal crab derelict gear. HB 2250 authorizes the Department of Fish and Wildlife,...
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Leavitt Rail Safety Governance Bill Passes House
OLYMPIA – New requirements to prevent another tragedy like the Amtrak derailment in 2017 near DuPont could become law after a bill was passed by the House today. State Representative...
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Goodman named Legislator of the Year by Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs
OLYMPIA – – Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland), an attorney and criminal justice expert, was named Legislator of the Year by the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs (WACOPS) at its annual Award Luncheon...
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Washington Census Bill of Rights passes House
OLYMPIA—This afternoon, on a 66-30 vote, the Washington House of Representatives approved legislation aimed at ensuring the 2020 Census count is accurate. House Bill 2527, crafted after a law enacted...