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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Legislative Update: Important Housing & Healthcare Updates for Older Adults
Dear friends and neighbors, We’re now in week seven of this year’s legislative session and have just two weeks to go! Last week, on Feb. 13, it was “House of Origin” cut-off,…
House passes Walen bill to make critical corrections to the child support schedule
OLYMPIA – A bill to make the child support system more accurately reflect the realities of inflation has passed the Washington House of Representatives. House Bill 2254, sponsored by Rep….
Legislative Update: Consumer Protection & Business, my legislation, and our upcoming town hall
Friends and neighbors, This week we began floor debate, which means proposed legislation has cleared multiple hurdles and is still viable. In my latest video I update you as the…
Walen bill to extend licensing eligibility to DREAMERS passes House
OLYMPIA – A bill that will remove immigration status as a consideration in the licensing process has passed the legislature. House Bill 1889, sponsored by Rep. Amy Walen, D-Kirkland, would…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Sen. Kuderer, Rep. Slatter & Rep. Walen to Hold Feb. 17 Town Hall
Please join your lawmakers from the 48th Legislative District for a town hall meeting from 10-11:30 AM on Saturday, Feb. 17 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue. This is…
Introducing the “Fur Fighters” and What This Group Does for Animals and You
Dear friends and neighbors, We’re now in the third week of this year’s legislative session, and so many great bills are moving! Today, however, I want to focus this newsletter…
The 2024 Legislative Session is Underway! How I’m Responding to Your Concerns
Dear friends and neighbors, The 2024 Legislative Session got underway yesterday! This is a short session year lasting just 60 days, with our work here wrapping up on March 7. I…
Happy holidays and resources available for you and your neighbors
Friends and neighbors, This season is a time of celebration for many communities in our state and region. It is a time of gathering with family and remembering the things…
Incentivizing Economic Development & Good Paying Jobs
Dear neighbors, Last month, I joined my fellow lawmakers on the House Finance Committee in Vancouver to review local tax financing tools that encourage economic growth. The finance committee is…