Friends, I hope this email finds you doing well. We are clearly living in challenging times. In the face of turmoil, the state legislature stepped up in many ways to protect…
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The end of session is in sight! Here’s what we’ve already accomplished.
Howdy Friends and Neighbors, We are getting down to the wire with less than a day left in the legislative session. I am excited to share we’ve already had some…
With Senate approval of Thomas’ bill, Washington is one step closer to telling companies, “Don’t chip me, bro!”
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Senate has passed legislation banning microchipping in work environments. Sponsored by Rep. Brianna Thomas, D-Seattle, House Bill 2303 prohibits employers from offering or requiring employees to participate in microchipping programs. “Microchipping isn’t prevalent yet, but…
With Thomas bill, Washington takes a huge step to protect domestic workers.
OLYMPIA – For years, domestic workers in Washington have fought to address historic inequities and to ensure safety, fairness and dignity on the job site. Today, that dream is on its way to the governor’s…
We’ll be talking taxes, worker protections, and more at our next town hall. Will you be there?
Howdy Friends and Neighbors, I’m back with an update on where we are in the session, the status of some important bills, and a short reflection on what it means…
“Don’t chip me, bro!” House passes Thomas bill preventing microchips in work environments.
OLYMPIA – The House of Representatives has passed legislation banning microchipping in work environments. Sponsored by Rep. Brianna Thomas, D-Seattle, House Bill 2303 prohibits employers from offering or requiring employee microchips. “Microchips may seem…
WA domestic workers are one step closer to gaining ‘bill of rights’ after House passage
OLYMPIA – Today, the House took a step toward addressing historic inequities and ensuring dignity, safety and fairness for workers whose labor allows families to work, children to thrive, and…
Jumping right in! Session and our bills are racing against the clock.
Howdy Friends and Neighbors, Whew! The first three weeks of session have just flown by. I’ve been busy meeting with constituents, working in my committees, and advocating for policies that…
A fraught freshman year
Hey Neighbors, Well, it’s about that time. Its the last day of session, Sine Die. That means, down here in Olympia, we are spending our last hours debating bills and…
Governor Signs Thomas Bill for Reasonable Rest Breaks for Hospital Workers.
OLYMPIA – The governor has signed legislation, Sponsored by Rep. Brianna Thomas, which aims to improve rest breaks for hospital workers in Washington. Current law stipulates that meal breaks should…