The state will explore ways to improve educational opportunities for incarcerated Washingtonians, as a result of legislation signed into law this month by Gov. Jay Inslee.
“It’s critical that people receive the resources necessary for successful re-entry into the community once they have paid their debt,” said Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), the sponsor of SB 5433. “Leaving prison without a ...
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A pair of bills to expand access to early learning programs critical to student success were signed into law today by Gov. Jay Inslee.
Senate Bill 5437, sponsored by Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), makes more students eligible for the state’s early childhood education and assistance program (ECEAP) by increasing the income-level of households from which students can qualify. The ...
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With applications now open for the 2019-2021 cycle of the Washington State Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LYAC), Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn) is encouraging students from the 30th Legislative District to apply.
Established in 2005, the council consists of 22 students who serve as the official voice of Washington youth to the Washington State Legislature.
“This ...
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Estevan Garcia and Alexis “Blu” Warner served as pages in the Washington State Senate during the first week of April.
Pages are sponsored by the senator from their legislative district. Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn) sponsored their week at the Legislature.
“Our office had a great time hosting Estevan and Blu for their week at the ...
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Legislation to establish a state commission to identify concerns specific to LGBTQ individuals and apply those concerns to inform practices and policies at state agencies is on its way to the governor to be signed into law.
“Our state constitution promises to protect us against discrimination in its many forms, but not everyone receives those protections,” said Sen. Claire Wilson ...
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Students in households that struggle to afford fresh fruits and vegetables as part of their regular diet would benefit from a new state program, under legislation passed today by the Senate.
House Bill 1587 would direct the state Department of Health to develop and manage a Fruit and Vegetable Incentives Program in which eligible households may receive vouchers to purchase ...
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Legislation passed late Friday by the House would establish a state commission to identify concerns specific to LGBTQ individuals and apply those concerns to inform practices and policies at state agencies.
“Many members of our community face an extreme and disproportionate risk of violence, discrimination and other challenges based merely on their identity,” said Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), the sponsor of ...
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Legislation passed overwhelmingly today by the House would give more children access to early education programs that have been shown to help students perform better academically and succeed in school and throughout life.
“We know that children who struggle with learning deficits early are far more likely to lag behind their peers throughout school and into adulthood,” said Sen. Claire Wilson ...
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Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn) issued this statement on the deadly shooting today at two mosques in New Zealand that left 49 people dead and more than 20 badly wounded.
“My soul cries today.
“This crime against humanity is a crime against all of us, as we are all of one people and all of ...
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Childcare facilities would carry the same prohibitions on deadly weapons as K-12 schools, under legislation passed today by the Senate.
“When parents send their kids off to school, they expect these facilities and grounds to be safe and secure,” said Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), the bill’s sponsor. “The state already prohibits people from possessing firearms on K-12 ...
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