Category Archives: E-News

Dear Friends and Neighbors,  You’re invited! At 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 4, I hope you’ll join me for a telephone town hall! This interim, my office has received many questions and comments from community members about Long Term Care, also known as WA Cares, and the Insurance Commissioner’s emergency ban ...

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Unlike the U.S. Congress, the Washington state Legislature is a part-time body that meets for only a portion of the year. During this meeting time, known as the legislative session, we must accomplish all of the ...

Dear Friends and Neighbors,  Reflecting on the 2021 legislative session, I am celebrating all we accomplished together. From listening sessions to meeting with community members, many ideas for legislation we passed came right from the community. My office looks forward to our continued partnership, and we encourage community members to continue reaching out with ideas ...

Dear Friends and Neighbors, We have officially adjourned the 2021 legislative session, and I’m honored to share that my first session in the State Senate has concluded with historic accomplishments and successes for our district and for Washingtonians at large. Though ...

Curious about how legislation is created and passed, or about how to engage in the process? Join Senator Mona Das, Representative Jamila Taylor, and me TONIGHT at 6:30 PM, where we will go LIVE on Facebook to talk about the process ...

Dear Friends and Neighbors, New Resource: Rental and Utilities Assistance for Pierce County Residents (Renters AND Landlords) I am thrilled to share a new resource: rental and utilities assistance for Pierce County residents overdue on rent and/or utility bills. Eligible ...

Dear Friends and Neighbors, I began my term just last week as state senator of the 28th Legislative District. I am honored to serve and bring the values of our community to the Legislature. I look forward to sharing with ...