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In our state, we believe every vote should count, no matter the election. But under our current electoral system, it’s not uncommon for certain communities to be routinely ignored and find themselves unable to elect candidates of their choice. Our shared commitment to democracy is why, this legislative session, we are proud to sponsor a bill that will lift the ...

Young adults will be able to access a fund years from now to give them a boost if lawmakers pass a bill aimed at narrowing the gap between the rich and poor. Rep. Monica Stonier, D-Vancouver, sponsor of HB 1861, said the Washington Future Fund Trust would act as a savings and investment account for babies born under the state’s Medicaid ...

Sen. Yasmin Trudeau (D) has put forth a bill that would allow new parents to affordably access donor breast milk. The plan would require health plans and the state Medicaid program to provide coverage for donor breast milk. "Donor breast milk isn't just for babies, it's also for the moms who are struggling," said concerned citizen Lindsey Pervinich. "I was lucky ...

You didn’t see her name or face on any neighborhood campaign signs or any flyers in your mail, but by a series of (relatively) unexpected events and some (again, relatively) quick decisions, a new senator was chosen for Washington’s 27th Legislative District – which covers most of Tacoma. It all started with the retirement of Sen. Jeannie Darneille (D-Tacoma, 27th Legislative ...