Hello neighbors, I’m hosting two coffee chats this Sunday, Dec. 14, and you’re invited! With the 2026 legislative session around the corner, I want to hear from you about your priorities and the issues that concern you most. Please join ...
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Hello neighbors, More than 70,000 Snohomish County residents relying on SNAP food benefits did not receive their monthly allocations on time because of the federal government shutdown. But thanks to federal court orders requiring the Trump administration to continue paying ...
Read MoreHello neighbors, You deserve to feel safe anywhere you go in Washington. That’s why I’ve been fighting this session to increase public safety for every community in our state. Last week, I proudly voted for bills to do just that ...
Read MoreDear friends and neighbors, One of the topics I hear most about is housing costs and availability. I am proud to support policies to cut red tape to help build homes more quickly. But it takes time to build a ...
Read MoreHello neighbors, Transportation is always on my mind — not just because I chair the Senate Transportation Committee but because I know and see how essential transportation is for everyday life. Whether it’s getting our kids to school or ensuring ...
Read MoreHello neighbors, Taking time to talk with you is an essential part of our democratic process. With so much going on in the world right now, it’s important for me to hear your concerns and answer your questions. That’s why ...
Read MoreFocus on affordability: Looming Medicaid cuts would upend years of work to expand health care access
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 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. ...
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