{"id":8251,"date":"2026-09-30T12:47:24","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T19:47:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/?p=8251"},"modified":"2026-10-21T08:15:49","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T15:15:49","slug":"continuing-our-work-across-the-28th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/","title":{"rendered":"Continuing Our Work Across the 28th"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dear friends and neighbors,<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fall is here, and I have continued spending the interim listening, learning and working alongside people throughout the 28th Legislative District and across Washington.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Over the past several weeks, I have joined conversations about financial health, spent time with students and educators, and remained focused on developments affecting access to education and healthcare.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Each of these experiences helps inform the work I will bring back to Olympia. Whether I am hearing from students, families, educators, community advocates or local leaders, I am reminded that our strongest policies begin with the people they are intended to serve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As we move closer to the next legislative session, I remain focused on affordability, educational opportunity and making sure Washingtonians have the support they need to build secure futures.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scroll down for interim highlights, new updates, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/attachment\/32\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-8254\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8254 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/32-300x92.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"652\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/32-300x92.png 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/32.png 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 652px) 100vw, 652px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Building Bridges to Financial Security<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I was honored to join <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/posts\/pfbid02RJ72Wva5GBMpTnjyG43MapZVdXUNfLcTeVYTccp7P3kUR5obVrbk4xZzJgb8FWe3l\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bank On Washington\u2019s Bridges Over Barriers Economic Justice Forum<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for a conversation about the role public policy can play in helping people build financial security.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Too many Washingtonians still face barriers to safe banking services, affordable credit, homeownership and other tools that can help families build stability and generational wealth. Addressing those barriers requires collaboration among community advocates, financial institutions and policymakers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The people closest to these challenges must be part of shaping the solutions. I am grateful for the advocates and organizations working to expand financial opportunity, and I will continue carrying their experiences and ideas into my work in Olympia.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Learning Alongside Students at Saltar\u2019s Point<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It was wonderful to visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/posts\/pfbid0VnggGq2QLiASbwm8B3xVV9n5pn8aFkuxuo5QLiaFNcWaeTvwJ7wjTfD9hh8Jh3hSl\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Saltar\u2019s Point Elementary<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and spend time with students and educators in Steilacoom.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As vice chair of the Senate Early Learning &amp; K-12 Education Committee \u2014 and as a former educator \u2014 visits like this help me see firsthand what is working in our schools and hear what students, teachers and staff need to thrive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Those perspectives matter as we consider policies and investments affecting classrooms across Washington. I am grateful to the Saltar\u2019s Point community for welcoming me and for the care, creativity and commitment they bring to students each day.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As always, you can visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">my official Facebook page<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to learn even more about what I\u2019ve been up to throughout our wonderful community and state!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/attachment\/33\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-8255\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8255 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/33-300x92.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"711\" height=\"218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/33-300x92.png 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/33.png 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 711px) 100vw, 711px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Standing Up for Washington Students<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=1497561919055849&amp;set=pb.100064061649394.-2207520000&amp;type=3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> challenging Washington\u2019s longstanding policy allowing eligible undocumented students to pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities. Washington\u2019s policy is based on requirements such as attending and graduating from a high school in the state \u2014 not solely on immigration status.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Washington Attorney General Nick Brown\u2019s office is defending our state\u2019s law in court. Similar federal challenges have been brought against other states, threatening to place higher education out of reach for students who have grown up, attended school and built their lives in our communities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Washington, students do not have to be U.S. citizens to qualify for resident tuition or state financial aid. Eligible students who cannot complete the FAFSA may apply for state aid through the Washington Application for State Financial Aid, or WASFA.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As chair of the Senate Higher Education &amp; Workforce Development Committee, I remain committed to protecting accessible pathways to college and career training. Students who have attended our schools and worked hard deserve the chance to continue their education and contribute to the communities they call home.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.king5.com\/article\/news\/education\/doj-sues-washington-over-in-state-tuition-financial-aid-for-undocumented-students\/281-d64b5021-74d7-4663-ac8e-6ce7654e554e?fbclid=IwY2xjawUf-s5wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWRGcGVQREtRNHhsTXJjdjhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEer3XBUq3CKe5TUgNx4YUSKfxAbSy-VVGjMxiRdiNIMDJVsWXQf97i1qUJNO8_aem_6RGeTTxtiYuyIJgFC1Jqdw\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Protecting Access to Healthcare<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=1486168573528517&amp;set=pb.100064061649394.-2207520000&amp;type=3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Nearly 2 million Washingtonians rely on Apple Health for essential care<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including children, seniors, people with disabilities and working families. Federal changes threaten that coverage and will create new requirements for some enrollees.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=1488506949961346&amp;set=pb.100064061649394.-2207520000&amp;type=3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Changes will begin rolling out Oct. 1, 2026<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, when new eligibility restrictions take effect for some noncitizen adults. Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, many people enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid) for Adults will be required to work, train or participate in another qualifying activity for at least 80 hours per month, unless they qualify for an exemption. Enrollees will also need to renew their coverage every six months instead of annually.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/governor.wa.gov\/news\/2026\/governor-ferguson-signs-executive-order-mitigate-impacts-hr-1?fbclid=IwY2xjawUf-1dwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWRGcGVQREtRNHhsTXJjdjhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeTGFvv-mGU1usXP7DrQie2Uqblf4x_lpAL0784DOLYEC__1zdp6997XBflrE_aem_aVjRkzT8ZTUuwZwobUhE5w\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gov. Bob Ferguson has directed state agencies to prepare for and mitigate the effects of these federal changes<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including helping eligible Washingtonians remain enrolled and preparing our healthcare system for the challenges ahead.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Healthcare should not depend on a person\u2019s income, age, disability or ZIP code. I will continue working with my colleagues to protect access to affordable care. If you or someone you know receives Apple Health, please stay informed, watch for notices about your coverage and make sure your contact information is current.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hca.wa.gov\/free-or-low-cost-health-care\/i-need-medical-dental-or-vision-care\/changes-coming-apple-health?fbclid=IwY2xjawUf-zhwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWRGcGVQREtRNHhsTXJjdjhzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEer3XBUq3CKe5TUgNx4YUSKfxAbSy-VVGjMxiRdiNIMDJVsWXQf97i1qUJNO8_aem_6RGeTTxtiYuyIJgFC1Jqdw\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/attachment\/34\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-8256\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8256 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/34-300x92.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"668\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/34-300x92.png 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/34.png 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\" \/><\/a><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Coffee &amp; Cowork Is Coming to Lakewood<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I launched <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coffee &amp; Cowork<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> earlier this year as a relaxed way to connect with neighbors, hear what is on their minds and support small businesses across our district.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thank you to everyone who joined us in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo.php?fbid=1431372129008162&amp;set=pb.100064061649394.-2207520000&amp;type=3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fircrest<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/posts\/pfbid0QBnGx1a5iykJrw3kqumCr3KLeUCc5cYJZiTNLKzoCUaG5KtYaeSTFngXWFFQTLtSl\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Steilacoom<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Our next stop will be in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1013104185062223\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lakewood<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, and I would love to see you there. Bring your laptop, a favorite book or simply yourself and spend part of the morning working and connecting with neighbors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Wednesday, Oct. 14<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u23f0 10 a.m. to noon<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\udccd Lakewood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Please RSVP to receive the location <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.cloud.microsoft\/g\/u8zMjFcs97\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Final FAFSA Tour Stop at Curtis Senior High School<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This October, I will complete my FAFSA Completion Tour with a final stop at Curtis Senior High School in University Place.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Throughout the tour, I have visited students in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/posts\/pfbid02XhCbHbAFrvTcrDSix8wNQwVKCvr1njdGUvJkxAqrTzKDYpSATVHcfrzqmcZZPiGUl\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lakewood<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/posts\/pfbid02Cp9huSS56h1eeHE3to9SPkAz2YDpwDJ1mamDieFwqH7NA8FSfyb2GWf4KNKqpVKhl\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Steilacoom<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to discuss financial aid, college and workforce pathways, and the importance of completing the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">FAFSA<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wsac.wa.gov\/wasfa\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WASFA<\/span><\/b><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">(both are now open \u2014 apply today by clicking the hyperlink!).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As chair of the Senate Higher Education &amp; Workforce Development Committee, I know that students cannot access financial aid they do not know is available. Completing an application can open the door to federal, state and institutional grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities and other support. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I am grateful to the students, educators, school leaders and statewide partners who have helped make these conversations possible. I look forward to concluding the tour in the community where I currently serve as a school board member.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Wednesday, Oct. 21<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\udccd Curtis Senior High School<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn more about the financial aid process and available programs\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wsac.wa.gov\/financial-aid\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/attachment\/35\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-8257\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8257 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/35-300x92.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/35-300x92.png 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/35.png 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Apply for the 2027 Legislative Internship Program<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Applications are open for the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/leg.wa.gov\/learn-and-participate\/civic-education-programs\/internship-program\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Washington State Legislature\u2019s 2027 Internship Program<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This paid, full-time program gives college students the opportunity to work as nonpartisan legislative staff in Olympia, earn academic credit and gain firsthand experience with the policymaking process. Interns work with legislators and staff, assist constituents, conduct research and develop valuable professional skills.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students of all majors are encouraged to apply, and previous political experience is not required. Applicants must be undergraduate juniors or seniors in good academic standing, attend a four-year college or university in Washington \u2014 or be a Washington resident attending college out of state \u2014 and be able to receive academic credit.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The internship runs from Jan. 5 through April 25, 2027, and interns will receive a stipend of $2,400 per month.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\udccc Priority deadline: Oct. 21 at 11:59 p.m.<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\udccc\u00a0 Final deadline: Oct. 28 at 11:59 p.m.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn more and apply <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fleg-wa.hiringplatform.com%2F423810-2027-legislative-internship-program%2F1599004-application-form-reference-check%2Fen&amp;data=05%7C02%7COlivia.Heersink%40leg.wa.gov%7C535eefa264c34014175c08df083aff0b%7C848b0e6c94894d83b31e4fde99732b09%7C0%7C0%7C639238721682275074%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=J6SnPsDvD7FkidDAggFybm1BTzMkMkcPc1L%2FTiwPQI8%3D&amp;reserved=0\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Young Women: Help Shape Washington\u2019s Future<\/b><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wswc.wa.gov\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Washington State Women\u2019s Commission<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is accepting applications for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wswc.wa.gov\/about\/who-we-are\/wcyac\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">its inaugural Youth Advisory Council<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The council will give girls and young women ages 14\u201322 from across Washington an opportunity to share their experiences, identify issues affecting their communities and help inform the commission\u2019s work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Young people should not have to wait until adulthood to participate in decisions affecting their lives. Their leadership, ideas and lived experiences belong in conversations about education, economic opportunity, health, safety and the future of our state.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I encourage interested young women in the 28th Legislative District and across Washington to apply and bring their voices to the table.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\ud83d\udccc Deadline: Oct. 25 at 11:59 a.m.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Learn more and apply <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.cloud.microsoft\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=F-LQEU4mCkCLoFfcwSfXLfwFKpHBympFvdZT6WLlrpNUMEVFS0lPTko2R1hNUTY1NVRWQUE2OVhXWiQlQCN0PWcu\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">HERE<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/attachment\/36\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-8258\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8258 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/36-300x92.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"665\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/36-300x92.png 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/36.png 650w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Again, the interim is such an important time for me to hear directly from the people I serve. Your experiences, ideas and concerns help shape the priorities I bring back to Olympia.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you need help navigating a state agency, accessing benefits or finding the right point of contact, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/contact\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">my office may be able to assist<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. You can also follow my <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenatorTwinaNobles\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">official Facebook page<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for community updates, resources and upcoming events.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2026\/09\/30\/continuing-our-work-across-the-28th\/20260909_101707cc-1\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-8252\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8252 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"593\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/09\/20260909_101707cc-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 593px) 100vw, 593px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thank you to everyone who continues to share their time, stories and ideas with me \u2014 I am grateful for the opportunity to listen, learn and serve our community.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sincerely,\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/2022\/03\/29\/thats-a-wrap-end-of-session-2022\/nobles-signature\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-7595\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7595\" src=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/03\/Nobles-signature-300x128.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"83\" srcset=\"https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/03\/Nobles-signature-300x128.png 300w, https:\/\/senatedemocrats.wa.gov\/nobles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/03\/Nobles-signature.png 415w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 195px) 100vw, 195px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sen. T\u2019wina Nobles<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear friends and neighbors,\u00a0 Fall is here, and I have continued spending the interim listening, learning and working alongside people throughout the 28th Legislative District and across Washington.\u00a0\u00a0 Over the past several weeks, I have joined conversations about financial health, spent time with students and educators, and remained focused on developments affecting access to education and healthcare.\u00a0 Each of these experiences helps inform the work I will bring back to Olympia. 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