Author Archives: clamas

30 Oct
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Exploring Tribal Governance and Local Leadership in Washington State

Dear friends and neighbors, As we embrace the arrival of fall and draw closer to the 2024 legislative session, I’m excited to provide an update on the activities of this busy interim, particularly from my recent visit to the Yakama ...

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17 Oct
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Mitigating fire hazards in Washington

Dear friends and neighbors, It’s been quite a busy interim. Since the legislative session ended, I have been hard at work meeting with community members and stakeholders — learning, traveling, and road-mapping the upcoming year. I recently had the pleasure ...

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06 Sep
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A Brighter Future for Families in Need

Dear friends and neighbors, I hope you’ve been enjoying your summer and making the most of the sunny days. I have had the pleasure of spending the past few months visiting members of our district, attending community events, and meeting ...

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07 Jun
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Washington state’s journey towards a sustainable future

Dear friends and neighbors, We cannot ignore the fact that Washington state’s communities, economy, and natural systems are being affected by climate change. Heat waves, flooding, wildfires, and drought continue to wreak havoc in our state. This legislative session we ...

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19 Apr
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Protecting reproductive health care in Washington

Dear friends and neighbors, I am thrilled to report that this legislative session we have made significant progress in protecting reproductive health care in our state. I am proud to work alongside my colleagues in advocating for these efforts to ...

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11 Apr
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Bill headed to Governor’s desk provides homeowners a break on their property taxes

Dear friends and neighbors, I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you. On Friday, the Washington state Senate passed HB 1355 on a unanimous vote after also passing unanimously in the House. This bill expands the qualification for ...

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11 Apr
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In the final stretch

Dear friends and neighbors, We’re in the final stretch of legislative session. It feels like just yesterday we were eager to begin and now we only have 12 days left. I’m proud of all the work we’ve done and everything ...

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11 Apr
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Salomon bill establishing framework for psilocybin use passes House and Senate

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 11, 2023 OLYMPIA— Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline) is putting Washington on the road to allow access to regulated psilocybin services for wellness purposes. Senate Bill 5263, which passed the House on an 87-10 ...

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31 Mar
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New budget updates and more

Dear friends and neighbors, It’s been 82 days of non-stop work for our communities, with only 23 days remaining until the end of session. I am eager to provide a brief update on some recent activity in the Legislature. Senate ...

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20 Mar
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TOMORROW: 32nd District Telephone Town Hall

Hello friends and neighbors, We are just one day away from the 32nd District telephone town hall! Please join us tomorrow, Tuesday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m. to talk about what is happening this year in Olympia. Together with Reps. ...

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