Category Archives: Latest News

28 Jan
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Senate passes Valdez bill banning law enforcement, including ICE, from wearing masks on duty 

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Senate today passed landmark legislation prohibiting local, state and federal law enforcement officers — including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents — from wearing face-concealing masks while interacting with the public.  Senate Bill 5855, sponsored by Sen. Javier Valdez (D-Seattle), strengthens existing ...

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23 Jan
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WA Senate MOCC: Threatening Remarks by Sheriff Swank Raise Serious Concerns for Communities of Color 

WA Senate MOCC: Threatening Remarks by Sheriff Swank Raise Serious Concerns for Communities of Color  The Washington State Senate Members of Color Caucus (MOCC) is deeply concerned about the conduct and public statements of Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank during ...

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12 Jan
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Washington State Senate Members of Color Caucus Condemns ICE Access to State Databases

The Senate Members of Color Caucus (MOCC) remains deeply concerned about a recent study published by the University of Washington Center for Human Rights that alleges Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continues to access state agency databases to identify and target individuals for immigration enforcement. This occurs despite a ...

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05 Mar
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Valdez bill to enhance public safety passes Senate 

OLYMPIA — Legislation to protect families and children from gun violence in public spaces passed the Washington State Senate Wednesday.  Senate Bill 5098, sponsored by Sen. Javier Valdez (D-Seattle), enhances public safety by prohibiting weapons in government buildings, public park ...

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