Author Archives: hwaterman

01 May
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The Legislature is adjourned

Dear Neighbors of the 26th, Session is officially over. The past 15 weeks were full of learning, relationship building, countless committee hearings, long hours on the floor, and discussions with advocates from across the district. I’m proud of my work ...

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30 Apr
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Gov. Ferguson signs Krishnadasan bill to protect emergency medical care

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill into law Tuesday that protects reproductive rights in emergency medical situations. Senate Bill 5557, sponsored by Sen. Deb Krishnadasan (D-Gig Harbor), codifies emergency rules that ensure patients get the care needed when ...

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26 Apr
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Legislature plans to fully fund West Sound Technical Skills Center

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Legislature earmarked $42 million to fully fund continued construction at West Sound Technical Skills Center (WST) in Bremerton.   The funding, reserved in the final capital budget, will finish construction of one of the state’s largest ...

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22 Apr
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Governor signs Krishnadasan child care bill into law

OLYMPIA — Gov. Bob Ferguson signed new legislation to clear a path for more child care facilities into law Tuesday.  Senate Bill 5655, sponsored by Sen. Deb Krishnadasan (D-Gig Harbor), modifies rules so child care centers only need to operate ...

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08 Apr
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Full steam ahead

Dear Neighbors of the 26th,  Thank you for reading along this session. As usual, I’m working hard to represent you in Olympia and across the district. Keep reading for more information on the following:  My four town halls  Next steps ...

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21 Mar
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Town halls tomorrow and an update

Dear Neighbors of the 26th, Thank you for reading along this session. As usual, I’m working hard to represent you in Olympia and across the district. Keep reading for more information on the following: Town halls — these are tomorrow! ...

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20 Mar
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Krishnadasan, Cortes introduce bill to lower sales tax

OLYMPIA – A bill to increase affordability and economic stability in Washington state was introduced in the Senate Thursday.  Senate Bill 5795, sponsored by Sens. Deb Krishnadasan (D-Gig Harbor) and Adrian Cortes (D-Battle Ground), would decrease the state sales tax ...

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10 Mar
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Halfway there

Dear Neighbors of the 26th, We’re officially halfway through session!  It’s been a busy few weeks of full-time floor action as we approach house of origin cutoff. Here’s everything that has been going on: My bills are on the move! ...

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25 Feb
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Working to support you

Dear Neighbors of the 26th, This session is sailing by, especially as we start to vote more and more legislation out of the Senate. Here’s just a bit of what I’ve been up to: Passed my first bill off the ...

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11 Feb
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Progress and priorities this session

Dear Neighbors of the 26th, We’re a quarter of the way through the legislative session and on a roll! Here’s what has been happening in my office the past two weeks: Inspiring future leaders — answering questions from visiting Peninsula ...

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