OLYMPIA — Senate Ways & Means Chair June Robinson (D-Everett) issued the statement below Thursday in response to Gov. Bob Ferguson’s budget savings plan: “We appreciate the work the governor and state agencies have done to reach this point. Like ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, We just finished day 33 of the 2025 session, meaning we’re almost a third of the way done. As we continue to tackle key issues facing our district and state here in Olympia, I want to thank you ...
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OLYMPIA — A bill to restrict corporate involvement in medical care decisions was heard in the Senate Health & Long-Term Care Committee Friday. Senate Bill 5387, sponsored by Sen. June Robinson (D-Everett), would establish restrictions on corporate ownership and management ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, The session is well underway, and my colleagues and I are working hard to address the challenges and opportunities facing our state. From responsible budgeting to advancing policies that support Washingtonians, we’re making thoughtful decisions to ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, It’s a privilege and an honor to connect with you through my first e-newsletter update for the 2025 legislative session, which officially started Monday. I look forward to another year of championing our communities’ priorities and ...
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OLYMPIA — Sen. June Robinson (D-Everett), Senate Ways & Means chair, issued the statement below in response to the release of Gov. Jay Inslee’s budget proposal Tuesday: “I appreciate Gov. Inslee’s thoughtful and future-focused budget proposal, which highlights both the ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, The 2024 legislative session officially came to a close a week ago! In our final days, we passed three budgets that provide real relief, support, and resources to our neighbors in the 38th district and communities ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA – Budget leaders in both chambers unveiled an agreed-to budget that puts Washington’s families and students first. The supplemental budget, which builds on last year’s biennial budget, also makes the state’s biggest commitment ever in combating substance use disorder ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, We have just two weeks left in the 2024 legislative session! As we conclude week seven, I’m eager to share more details on our three supplemental budget proposals, what’s still to come, and some helpful resources. ...
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OLYMPIA — Washington State Senate budget leaders unveiled a $71.7 billion supplemental operating budget plan Monday that increases support for behavioral health and public schools. The budget adds roughly $1.9 billion in new spending to the two-year budget passed by lawmakers ...
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