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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Senate Passes Bill Enabling Multistate Licensing for Social Workers
OLYMPIA – Washington is experiencing a critical time where access to mental health care is more important than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing mental health challenges, leaving many...
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Senate Passes Cortes Bill Championing Juvenile Justice Reform
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Senate passed a bill today aiming to reform the juvenile justice system, prioritizing rehabilitation over punishment. Introduced by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett), House Bill 2217...
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House passes bill to extend foster support through age 21
OLYMPIA — Senate legislation passed today by the House will expand foster care support for youths through ages 18-21. “Young people have expressed their need for continued support as they...
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Gov. Signs Slatter Bill Increasing Access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness
OLYMPIA – Today, the Governor signed House Bill 1950, which represents a step forward in alleviating the burden of student loan debt for public servants. Sponsored by Representative Vandana Slatter...
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Gov. Signs Thai Bill to Streamline Working Families Tax Credit Program
OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Inslee signed legislation aimed at improving access and efficiency for the Working Families’ Tax Credit (WFTC) program. House Bill 1895, sponsored by Representative My-Linh Thai (D-Bellevue),...
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Senate Passes Mena Bill Establishing Pay Equity for All Protected Classes in Washington
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Senate passed House Bill 1905 today, aimed at leveling the playing field for workers across the state. Sponsored by Rep. Sharlett Mena (D-Tacoma), the bill...
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Walen bill expanding professional license eligibility heads to the Governor
OLYMPIA – Washington state has incredibly diverse communities across the state. However, for those without documentation status, there are barriers preventing individuals from obtaining professional licenses to work. Rep. Amy...
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Washington State Legislature Passes Senn Bill to Enhance Adult Family Home Capacity
OLYMPIA – Today, the Washington State Legislature passed a pivotal measure aimed at bolstering access to long-term care housing options for seniors throughout Washington. Championed by Rep. Tana Senn (D-Mercer...
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Riccelli Bill to Expand Preventive Services Passes Senate
OLYMPIA – Washington continues to lead the way in ensuring preventive services are covered by health care plans in the state, an expansion of services covered under the Affordable Care...
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Senate passes bill strengthening protections against assisted reproduction fraud
OLYMPIA – House Bill 1300, aimed at shielding individuals and families from the harm caused by deceptive and appalling practices in assisted reproduction procedures, passed the state Senate today. Introduced...