Category Archives: News Release

20 Apr
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Shewmake’s bike funding bill signed into law

Legislation to expand options for local governments to use money from impact fees to build bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure was signed into law today. The bill, SB 5452, was sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham). “Places for people to walk ...

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20 Apr
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Shewmake’s working forests bill signed into law

Gov. Jay Inslee has signed legislation sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to improve habitat for endangered species and help keep working forests from potential liability under the federal Endangered Species Act. SB 5390 fixes a perverse incentive in the ...

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18 Apr
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Senate passes Shewmake resolution honoring WA’s Sikh community

The Senate passed a resolution sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to honor Washington’s Sikh community and wish them a joyous celebration of the holiday Vaisakhi. Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu joined the Senate for the passage of the resolution. ...

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06 Apr
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Derelict vessel removal bill signed into law

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to streamline the removal of derelict vessels in Washington waters was signed into law today by Gov. Jay Inslee, after passing both chambers of the Legislature unanimously. “Getting derelict vessels out of our ...

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06 Apr
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Shewmake applauds Senate passage of House ADU bill

Today, the Washington State Senate passed HB 1337, sponsored by Rep. Mia Gregerson (D-SeaTac), legislation to expand the building of accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs, mother-in-law units, or backyard cottages, and ensure they are legal and allowed statewide. ...

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31 Mar
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Shewmake condominium supply bill passes Senate

Legislation to increase the supply and affordability of condominiums unanimously passed the Washington State Senate today. SB 5258, sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham), would reduce costly litigation by encouraging developers and condo owners to work together and fix any ...

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08 Mar
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Shewmake bill to establish a state cannabis commission passes Senate

Senate Bill 5546, legislation establish to authorize a state cannabis commission, passed the Senate on Wednesday. “I sponsored this bill because I believe in agricultural research. Research has been a powerful force in providing cheap and safe crops for our ...

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08 Mar
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Shewmake bill to promote clean manufacturing passes Senate

Legislation sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to promote Washington state’s manufacturing sector as it transitions to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 passed the Senate on Wednesday, March 8th. Senate Bill 5269 creates the Washington Clean Manufacturing Leadership Act, ...

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06 Mar
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Shewmake bill to protect working forests and owl habitat passes Senate

The Washington State Senate unanimously passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to help working forests from potential liability under the federal Endangered Species Act. SB 5390 would authorize the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to work with landowners ...

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02 Mar
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Where’s the beef? It’s in this bill! Shewmake legislation to support ranchers passes Senate

The Washington State Senate passed legislation to support ranchers and Washington’s beef industry. SB 5150, sponsored by Sen. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham), would provide additional funding for the Washington State Beef Commission and its promotional efforts on behalf of ranchers and ...

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