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BOTHELL – Washingtonians could benefit from a more modern and efficient 911 system, if a bill sponsored by Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell) passes in the upcoming legislative session. “Anyone in an emergency who dials 911 should have confidence that our emergency services system is operating at peak performance on the most up-to-date technology,” said Stanford. “That’s what this bill enables.” SB ...

Many Washingtonians hit by financial catastrophe will have a greater chance to stay in their own homes under a bill signed into law yesterday. “People should not lose their homes because of a crisis like the pandemic,” said Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell), the bill’s sponsor. “This shock to the entire economy has put many people, including many small business owners, ...

OLYMPIA – Washingtonians will have greater access to extended unemployment benefits during times of high unemployment, under a bill that passed the House today and is headed to the governor’s desk. “This bill helps the workers who are suffering most from the pandemic recession,” said Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell), the bill’s sponsor. “It removes red tape to unlock access to ...

OLYMPIA – Washingtonians would have greater access to extended unemployment benefits during times of high unemployment, under a bill passed by a strong bipartisan majority of the Senate today.  “This bill strengthens the safety net for people who are laid off during the pandemic,” said Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell), the bill’s ...

Únase a sus legisladores del 1er distrito legislativo para una reunión pública virtual. Esta es nuestra oportunidad de informarle sobre asuntos importantes ante la legislatura y escuchar sus ideas, comentarios y preguntas para que podamos representarle mejor en Olimpia. Este distrito incluye todo, o partes de, Bothell, Brier, Kirkland, Mountlake Terrace, Alderwood Manor, Cathcart, Clearview y Maltby. Puede enviar preguntas ...

Please join your lawmakers from the 1st Legislative District for a virtual town hall meeting. This is our chance to report on major issues before the Legislature and hear your ideas, comments and questions so that we can best represent you in Olympia. The 1st District includes all or parts of Bothell, Brier, Kirkland, Mountlake Terrace, Alderwood Manor, Cathcart, Clearview ...

OLYMPIA – Many people hit by financial catastrophe would have a greater chance to stay in their own homes, under a bill passed by the Senate today. “When a crisis like the pandemic hits, many people, including many small business owners, suddenly can’t pay their bills because of factors beyond their control and are in danger of going bankrupt and losing ...

OLYMPIA – Native American tribes would gain a say in Washington state’s emergency management preparations under legislation passed unanimously today by the Senate. “Emergencies do not recognize borders,” said Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell), the bill’s sponsor. “It’s crucial that federally recognized tribes, as sovereign nations, have a seat at the table as our state plans for emergencies like a pandemic.” Read More

BOTHELL – This year, Washington state could join the rest of the west coast in a significant step toward reducing carbon pollution as well as health risks from fuel emissions, if a bill sponsored by Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell) passes. SB 5231 would implement a clean fuels standard in Washington. The standard would set a trajectory for oil refiners and ...

OLYMPIA – Gov. Jay Inslee signed into law today legislation to reduce barriers for international medical graduates who want to continue their professional careers in Washington state. Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell) sponsored Senate Bill 6551, which addresses professional barriers for medical providers who graduate from institutions outside the U.S. and Canada. The bill is based on recommendations from a work group ...