OLYMPIA – A bill to improve language access services for Washingtonians passed the Senate on Friday on a 31 to 19 vote. Senate Bill 5995, sponsored by Sen. Rebecca Saldaña (D-Seattle), creates a comprehensive licensing program for interpreters and translators, ...
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OLYMPIA — A bill aimed at enhancing benefits for Transportation Network Company (TNC) drivers in Washington state was discussed in the Labor & Commerce Committee on Tuesday. Senate Bill 6074, sponsored by Sen. Rebecca Saldaña (D-Seattle) and focused on amending ...
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Proyecto de ley de Saldaña para mejorar las condiciones laborales agrícolas es considerado en comité
OLYMPIA — Un nuevo proyecto de ley destinado a mejorar la transparencia y recopilar datos esenciales sobre los trabajadores H-2A en el estado de Washington fue considerado en una audiencia en el Comité de Trabajo y Comercio del Senado el ...
Read MoreOLYMPIA – A new bill aimed at improving transparency and gathering essential data on H-2A workers in Washington state was heard in the Labor & Commerce Committee on Monday. SB 5996, sponsored by Sen. Rebecca Saldaña (D-Seattle), focuses on enhancing ...
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OLYMPIA – A bill addressing Washington state’s jail system crisis was heard in the Senate Human Services Committee on Monday. SB 6189, sponsored by Sen. Rebecca Saldaña (D-Seattle), proposes the creation of the Jail Oversight Board within the Office of ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, Today marks the beginning of the 2024 legislative session, and we’re ready to get things going and keep working for our communities in the 37th. I’m excited about the work ahead, and I encourage you to ...
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Dear friends and neighbors, In recent months, I’ve had the privilege of connecting with folks in our district, participating in community events, and collaborating with various groups as we gear up for the 2024 legislative session. I’m excited about next ...
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OLYMPIA – On August 10, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington ruled in favor of Latino voters living in Central Washington in Palmer v Hobbs, finding that Washington’s legislative map violates the federal Voting Rights Act. ...
Read MoreDear neighbors, I send this newsletter hoping it finds you well. I do not take for granted the honor and responsibility you have granted me as your state senator. I am providing this newsletter and hosting a virtual town hall ...
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