Category Archives: E-News

Climate change threatens us all. In the past decades, we’ve seen increased flooding, catastrophic wildfires, droughts, habitat destruction, salmon depletion, and other existential threats to our way of life in Washington. These are not abstract problems to be dealt with ...

Dear neighbors, Our behavioral health crisis is one of the most widespread and personal issues now facing Washington state. So many families have had to grapple with the reality of serious mental health conditions. Few communities are unaffected by the ...

Dear neighbors, I spend a lot of time working on ensuring we have more affordable housing in our communities. Last week, a public hearing was held on a bill I introduced, SB 5901, and its House companion, HB 1998. This ...

Saving our Salmon! I am excited to announce that a bill I introduced, SB 5931, had its public hearing today. This bill will protect salmon from a toxic chemical known as 6ppd. Although few are aware, 6ppd is a chemical ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...