E-Newsletters

Dear friends and neighbors,   Hearing from you is one of the most important parts of my job as your senator. That’s why I’m excited to invite you to a post-session virtual town hall to provide an overview of the legislation that passed, what didn’t, and what’s next. I’m ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  The Legislature has officially adjourned for the year. During our 105-day session, we faced serious challenges — including a major budget shortfall — but through it all, I stayed grounded in the priorities I hear time and again from folks in the 37th District. ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  As we enter session’s final weeks, things are moving quickly. We’re working long hours, meeting with colleagues and community members, and making tough decisions to finalize the state budgets and advance legislation that reflects our shared values.  I’m eager to update you on ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  We’re already more than halfway through the 2025 legislative session, and time is flying. It has been a whirlwind of activity — from meeting with many of you and attending committee hearings to debating and voting on key legislation on the Senate floor. This ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  The 2025 legislative session is in full swing, and things are moving fast! Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the chance to meet many of you, hear your concerns, and talk about the challenges we face together. I’ve been listening closely, and your ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  The 2025 legislative session is officially underway, and I am honored to return to Olympia to protect all the hard work we have done together for the past eight years and continue to legislate for a brighter future for our communities.  In these ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  As we prepare for the 2025 legislative session, I am filled with hope and determination. I am honored to share that I have been elected chair of the Senate Labor & Commerce Committee, a role that allows me to continue advocating for workers' rights, ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  This October, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Filipino American History Month — a time to honor the rich cultural contributions and resilience of our Latinx and Filipino communities. I’m proud to represent a district that reflects such incredible diversity. I’d also like to ...

Dear friends and neighbors,  As summer winds down and we gear up for the new school year, I wanted to share some important updates about our recent work to support and enhance public education in our communities. Education is the cornerstone of our future, and I’m proud of ...

Dear friends and neighbors, I hope you’ve been enjoying your summer and staying safe and hydrated in this hot weather, especially everyone working outdoors. I've been busy meeting with community members and constituents, gathering insights for the next legislative session. Recently, I visited Krishna and Patrice, two farmers with the IRC, ...