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07 Mar
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Salomon bill providing framework for access to psilocybin passes Senate

Salomon bill providing framework for access to psilocybin passes Senate FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 7, 2023 Press Inquiries | 360.786.7050, christian.lamas@leg.wa.gov OLYMPIA— Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline) will put Washington on the road to allow access to ...

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01 Mar
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Halfway through session and the work continues

Hello friends and neighbors, Today marks the 53rd day of the 2023 legislative session, which means we are officially halfway through session. With committee cutoffs in the rearview, attention now turns to more action on the Senate floor. We still ...

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23 Feb
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Week seven of session: Bipartisan legislation bridges gap between policy and practice when dealing with domestic violence

Friends and neighbors, We are approaching the end of the seventh week of the 2023 legislative session and our hard work continues. One of our caucus priorities in the Senate this session is “Safety for All,” which includes ensuring that ...

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20 Feb
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Salomon resolution to recognize and support Ukrainian Americans on the one-year anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine

Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline) will sponsor a resolution in support of the people of Ukraine on the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The resolution will be presented on the floor of the Washington State Senate this Friday, Feb. 24. ...

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17 Feb
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2023 session updates and recent happenings

  Friends and neighbors, We are now well into the 2023 legislative session and have been working hard on legislation that will benefit our communities in the 32nd District and across the state. I’m excited to share with you some ...

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17 Feb
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Bipartisan gun bills sponsored by Salomon and Pedersen will bridge gap between policy and practice when dealing with firearms and domestic violence

Olympia — Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline), which will provide more protection and support to victims of domestic violence, has been passed in the Senate with bipartisan support. Seven Republican and 29 Democratic senators voted for passage. Salomon’s ...

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25 Jan
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Legislative session update and resources to stay involved

Dear friends and neighbors, The 2023 legislative session is in full swing, and we are hard at work. I am deeply honored to begin my second term serving you as state senator for the 32nd Legislative District. This is the ...

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18 Jan
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Bi-Partisan proposal to solve drug issues introduced by Sen. Salomon along with 15 Senate co-sponsors

Olympia – Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline) has introduced a bill which would encourage treatment for those found in possession of controlled substances while holding people charged with illegal drug possession accountable for failing to comply with court ordered treatment. “Working ...

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18 Jan
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Salomon bill would allow psilocybin use among adults over age 21 under supervision

OLYMPIA—Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline) has introduced SB 5263 which would legalize and regulate the supervised use of psilocybin and make it available for wellness purposes. It would allow people aged 21 and over to undergo a psychedelic experience at a ...

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09 Jan
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Salomon bill to enhance requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms

OLYMPIA—Sen. Jesse Salomon (D-Shoreline) and Rep. Liz Berry (D-Seattle) have introduced bills in each chamber that aim to enhance the requirements for the purchase or transfer of firearms in our state. “These policies will save lives,” Salomon said. “We are ...

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