Hello neighbors, In my last newsletter, I highlighted the work we’ve done to increase health care access, coverage, affordability, and quality, especially for those enrolled in Apple Health, the state’s Medicaid program. With Congress proposing $880 billion in cuts to ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, Affordability is the top issue you contact my office about, and I share your concern. The cost of living is just too damn high. So, over the next few weeks, I’m going to share with you ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA — A bipartisan bill ensuring the state’s Medicaid program continues to cover HIV antiviral drugs without prior authorization passed the Senate unanimously Friday. Senate Bill 5577, sponsored by Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds), requires the Health Care Authority continue to ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA – A bipartisan bill requiring electricians to be certified to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at certain facilities passed the Senate Wednesday. Senate Bill 5528, sponsored by Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds), ensures EV charging stations at state-owned facilities ...
Read MoreStella Rucker, a sophomore at Kamiak High School in Mukilteo, served as a Senate page for Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds) from Feb. 17-21. During her week as a page, Rucker collected research in support of a bill lowering the legal ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA – Worldwide demand for jet fuel is projected to double by 2050, creating new opportunities for aviation innovation. With a cleaner future on the horizon, a bipartisan bill to jumpstart Washington’s sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) industry will be heard ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA — Two bills recently heard in Senate committees aim to lower the legal blood alcohol limit and create a grant program to hire more police officers in Washington. The bipartisan legislation, co-sponsored by Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds), is focused ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, Families are feeling the strain of rising costs, from housing and health care to education and everyday essentials. That’s why I’m supporting efforts to build an economy that works for all Washingtonians. Addressing our housing shortage ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, We’re officially a quarter of the way through the 2025 legislative session! This week, the Senate passed its first bills of the session, and we continue to advance legislation that tackles the issues facing Washington families. ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA — Researchers estimate the aviation industry will account for 20% of global carbon dioxide emissions by 2050 if reliance on hydrocarbon jet fuel continues. To keep Washington moving toward a cleaner future, Sen. Marko Liias (D-Edmonds) is sponsoring bipartisan ...
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