{"id":3129,"date":"2025-12-10T12:17:13","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T19:17:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/kauffman\/?p=3129"},"modified":"2025-12-10T12:17:29","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T19:17:29","slug":"i-would-love-to-hear-from-you-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/kauffman\/2025\/12\/10\/i-would-love-to-hear-from-you-2\/","title":{"rendered":"I would love to hear from you!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dear friends and neighbors,<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The 2026 legislative session is just around the corner, and I am honored and excited to continue championing our communities\u2019 priorities in Olympia.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I would love to hear from you \u2014 please reach out to share the questions, concerns, and issues most important to you and your family. Your engagement helps me better represent the 47th Legislative District and is absolutely essential to this work.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Putting Families and Small Businesses First<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Every person deserves a fair and trustworthy marketplace. As chair of the Senate Business, Financial Services & Trade Committee, I am advancing stronger consumer protections and transparency so families and small businesses can thrive. This work strengthens confidence and economic wellbeing across our state.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Building Safer, Stronger Communities<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Honoring and preserving our cultural resources uplifts all of us. As the Senate Democrats Leadership Liaison to Tribal Nations, I am strengthening consultation, supporting Tribal sovereignty, and protecting the lands, languages, and sacred places that define who we are.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Honoring and Protecting Cultural Heritage<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This work helps ensure every community\u2019s story continues with pride and respect.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Safe, welcoming communities are essential to a strong Washington. I am supporting solutions that prevent harm, reduce impaired and distracted driving, and help first responders keep people safe. By improving our roads and focusing on prevention, we can build neighborhoods where everyone feels protected and able to thrive.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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APPLY TO BE A PAGE<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you know a young person in the 47th Legislative District curious about state government?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Washington State Legislature\u2019s Page Program is accepting applications for 2026! Open to students ages 14-16, this week-long experience includes Page School, assisting legislators, and learning about the legislative process \u2014 all while getting paid. Scholarships and host family housing are available too!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn more and apply at<\/span> leg.wa.gov\/learn-and-participate\/civic-education-programs\/page-program<\/span><\/b><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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HOW TO PARTICIPATE<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here is a selection of helpful links that make it easy to get involved in the legislative process. These resources provide tools for testifying live on a bill, submitting written testimony, contacting your elected officials, and tracking policies as they progress in Olympia.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n