Author Archives: oheersink

Dear friends and neighbors,  Fall is here, and I have continued spending the interim listening, learning and working alongside people throughout the 28th Legislative District and across Washington.   Over the past several weeks, I have joined conversations about financial health, ...

Dear friends and neighbors,   Back-to-school season brings fresh starts, new friendships and so much possibility. As a mom and educator, I also know it can bring questions, added expenses and a little uncertainty. Every student deserves to begin the year ...

Dear students and families,  Welcome to a new school year!  I have always believed that education can open doors, change the direction of a life and help young people see possibilities they may not have imagined for themselves. As a ...

The beginning of a new school year should be filled with excitement and possibility, but I know it can also bring additional costs and stress for families.  Students are better able to focus on learning when they have the supplies, meals, healthcare ...

Dear friends and neighbors,    Since the 2026 legislative session ended, I have loved spending time in community — listening to your stories, learning from your experiences and continuing our work together.  The interim is when I get to bring the work of ...

Dear friends and neighbors,    We’re nearing the end of the 2026 legislative session, with just two weeks left! Can you believe it?  My team and I remain hard at work championing legislation that reflects our shared priorities. I also want to take ...