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The story behind the sheriffs bill

The story behind the sheriffs bill

Dear friends and neighbors, Many of you have reached out about SB 5974, a bill we passed this year to require sheriffs to meet the same certification standards that all other law enforcement officers do. We all want safe, effective, professional and trusted ...

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22nd District legislative town hall coming up!

22nd District legislative town hall coming up!

Dear friends and neighbors, It has been a month since the end of the 2026 legislative session and I have scheduled a town hall event with my seatmates, Representatives Beth Doglio and Lisa Parshley, to answer your questions and share updates on what we’ve ...

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About Jessica

Sen. Jessica Bateman lives by the commitment that no one should be left out or left behind.

A lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, she grew up in a single-parent, working-class household. Watching her mom work hard to provide for her family deeply shaped Jessica’s worldview and later motivated her advocacy for those most vulnerable in our communities.

Since then, Jessica has dedicated her career to serving the 22nd Legislative District, where she envisions an inclusive, equitable future for all who call this region home. As an organizer and coalition leader, Jessica has worked to create affordable housing, assist struggling families, and empower at-risk youth. Jessica also worked to pass a Sanctuary City Resolution in Olympia and is a passionate advocate for accessible health care.

Read Sen. Bateman’s full biography here.