Author Archives: bwilliams

14 Nov
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Sen. Wilson and Rep. Taylor to host town hall Nov. 17

FEDERAL WAY —Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn) and Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way) will host a town hall at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, to discuss their priorities for the 2026 legislative session and provide an update on how federal policies ...

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13 Nov
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The Olympian: Philanthropy grant to add 10,000 preschool slots in WA to backfill budget cuts

In a call this summer, Wilson underscored that lawmakers had a challenging 2025 session as they worked to solve budget problems. Senate Bill 5752, which modified the Fair Start for Kids Act and made ECEAP adjustments and delays, was “probably ...

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13 Nov
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We hope to see you this Monday, Nov. 17, in Federal Way!

Dear friends and neighbors,  Please join Rep. Jamila Taylor and me for our joint 30th Legislative District in-person town hall at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at the Federal Way High School. Here are the details:  30th Legislative District In-Person ...

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06 Nov
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Save the date for our upcoming joint town hall on Monday, Nov. 17, in Federal Way!

Dear friends and neighbors, I’m thrilled to invite you to my pre-session town hall! Please, join Rep. Jamila Taylor and me for our joint 30th Legislative District in-person and virtual town hall at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at Federal ...

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11 Jul
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Tour of the 30th

Dear friends and neighbors –  I recently toured four sites in the 30th Legislative District that received funding this past session to support their work to strengthen our community: Camp Kilworth, the Pacific Bonsai Museum, Mujer al Volante, and the ...

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02 Jun
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Helpful Resources

It’s critical residents of the 30th district have access to the resources and services they need. During these challenges times when the rights of protected classes are under attack from the federal government, it’s more important than ever that we come together ...

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22 May
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Helpful Resources

It’s critical residents of the 30th district have access to the resources and services they need. During these challenges times when the rights of protected classes are under attack from the federal government, it’s more important than ever that we come together ...

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20 May
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Governor signs Wilson bill to help investigate, resolve complaints at juvenile rehabilitation facilities

OLYMPIA — Legislation that creates a resource for juveniles in rehabilitation facilities and their families to file a complaint was signed into law Monday.   Senate Bill 5032, sponsored by Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), expands the duties of the Office of ...

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13 May
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Governor signs Wilson bill to improve re-entry for formerly incarcerated people and reduce recidivism

OLYMPIA — Legislation to improve transportation options for people discharged from the state Department of Corrections (DOC) was signed into law on Monday. Senate Bill 5029, sponsored by Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), removes a requirement that transportation for people leaving ...

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07 May
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End of session report

Dear friends and neighbors,   The 2025 legislative session officially came to a close last month. In our final days, we passed three budgets that increase investments in K-12 education, fund cores services, and provide resources to our neighbors in the ...

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