Dear neighbors, I know many of you are self-employed, independent contractors, or small business owners who are struggling to make ends meet due to the COVID-19 response. Here are some resources that may help you through these tough times. Paycheck ...
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We wrapped up the 2020 legislative session last week, and updates about legislation will be coming soon. For now, I’d like to take a moment to assure you that the Legislature and our state agencies are taking our current ...
Read MoreDear neighbors, Don’t forget to come to my town hall this weekend! I will be there with my seatmates in the1st district, Rep. Shelley Kloba and Rep. Davina Duerr. We’ll provide you with an update on this year’s legislative session ...
Read MoreDear neighbors, The legislative session is advancing rapidly! This week wraps up week 3 out of 8 weeks. In this first phase of the session, the Senate Committees are holding numerous public hearings each week to select bills to pass ...
Read MoreThis Monday marked the beginning of the 2020 legislative session, and we got right down to business for this short, 60-day session. These short sessions occur in even-numbered years, and can often feel like a sprint to the finish line, ...
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Jan. 13, 2020 OLYMPIA – Sen. Derek Stanford, D-Bothell, was sworn in today to represent the 1st Legislative District in the Washington State Senate. He was appointed to the office on July 1 following the departure ...
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