Category Archives: E-News

Dear friends and neighbors,  As the session moves into its next phase, I want to share an update on the work underway in Olympia, including efforts to strengthen state-local partnerships, where budget work stands, and how your feedback continues to shape ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  As the legislative session moves forward, we’re reaching an important point where decisions about priorities, resources, and the path ahead come into sharper focus. In this newsletter, I’m sharing updates on early learning investments, upcoming legislative deadlines, and the work underway to ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  The 2026 legislative session is moving quickly, and each week brings new bills and hearings that will shape our communities for years to come. I want to share a quick update on a few key issues ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  As we move through the 2026 legislative session, I want to share a quick update on the work I am focused on in Olympia, including protecting patient care, leading the Senate’s supplemental budget process as Ways ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  It’s a privilege and an honor to connect with you through my first e-newsletter update for the 2026 legislative session, which officially started on Jan. 12. I look forward to another year of championing our communities’ priorities and representing you all in the ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  With the 2026 legislative session fast approaching, I’d like to hear directly from you!  Your insights and concerns about the issues that matter most to you and your family are what guide my work on behalf ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  The Legislature is officially adjourned! This was a challenging session, but during our 105 days in Olympia, we stayed focused on continuing to move our state forward. I’m excited to share what we accomplished on your ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  We have just over two weeks left in the 2025 legislative session. As we inch closer to the finish line, I’m eager to share some updates on our progress with you.  COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS  In addition to ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  We’re almost in the final month of the 2025 legislative session! I have spent the last 11 weeks working hard to deliver real results for our district and state, especially through the Senate operating budget proposal. ...

Dear friends and neighbors, Over the past few months, you may have heard conflicting information about Washington’s budget situation. I want to take a moment to explain how we got here.   The current challenges stem from a combination of economic ...