OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Indigenous population in Washington state is expected to grow by nearly 12% in the next 10 years. But last year in the state Legislature there was just one Native lawmaker. This year, change is coming. For ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, The 2023 legislative session officially ended last Sunday! In our final week, we passed three historic budgets that provide real relief, support and resources to our neighbors in the 47th District and communities throughout the state. ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, We are officially in the final month of the 2023 session! This means we have about two weeks to finish our business in Olympia. As we conclude week 13, I’m eager to share details my recent ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, We’re already halfway through the 2023 session, and just wrapped our eighth week. I’m excited to share our progress with you and introduce my incredible team! Bill updates This week, we’ve spent day and night working ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, We’re over a third of the way through the legislative session, as we conclude our sixth week in Olympia! Our team has been working nonstop to champion our neighbors’ priorities. I’m excited to share with you ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, Our team has been working nonstop on behalf of our communities, and I’m so excited to share our progress with you since my last update. Bill hearings and introductions Several of my bills have had hearings, ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, The 2023 session is truly in full swing, as today marks the start of our third week! It is an immense privilege to once again serve the 47th Legislative District in the Washington State Senate and ...
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