OLYMPIA – Bill Ramos (D-Issaquah) was sworn in Monday as the 5th Legislative District’s new senator following his November election victory. Ramos succeeds former Sen. Mark Mullet and brings extensive experience to the role. “I’m excited and honored to continue serving the 5th Legislative District and advocating for policies that support working families, improve transportation, and protect our environment,” Ramos said. “I’m eager to roll up my sleeves and work with my colleagues and community to create a stronger, brighter future for everyone in our state.” Ramos joined the Washington State Legislature in 2018 as a state representative. During his time in the House, he championed legislation to promote clean energy, expand public transportation, and support ...
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Bill proudly represents the 5th Legislative District, which includes Black Diamond, Issaquah, Maple Valley, Renton, Sammamish, and Snoqualmie, and unincorporated areas in Auburn, Enumclaw, Covington, Fall City, Hobart, North Bend and Preston.
He grew up in East Oakland, where he saw first-hand the struggles students face when they do not have the resources they need to succeed. He attended Humboldt State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Forest Sciences, and later served with the US Forest Service in North Bend and Enumclaw as Director of Timber Management, Director of Recreation and Public Services, and Director of Ecosystem Management, where he led a team of biological and earth scientists doing environmental analysis of federal lands.
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