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Affirmative action could make a comeback in Washington State
Two decades after a voter-approved initiative made the practice illegal, legislators are calling for a reversal.
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Workplace bullying and sexual harassment bills go before lawmakers
In the midst of the #MeToo movement, legislators seek a culture shift.
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Senator proposes revoking firearm rights in cases of harassment
The bill would expand an existing law that takes guns from perpetrators of domestic violence.
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Lawmakers consider a bill to raise the legal tobacco age
The bill has support from Attorney General Bob Ferguson.
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Hundreds gather in Olympia for 40th annual March For Life
The march, which is timed to the anniversary of Roe v Wade, took place as legislators considered bills…
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Lawmakers again consider requiring health plans to cover abortions
Democratic lawmakers are hopeful that this is the year for the Reproductive Parity Act.
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Lawmakers advance a voluntary waiver of gun rights for those at risk of suicide
Under the proposed law, it would take those who volunteer 14 days to retain their right to a…
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State lawmakers re-consider eliminating statute of limitations on sex crimes
Having passed the House last year, the bill now appears to be stuck in a Senate committee.
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LGBTQ bills advance in the senate
One bill would discourage conversation therapy, while the other would encourage equitable treatment for elderly members of the…
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Gun regulations draw an overflow crowd to hearing
Five firearm bills go before state lawmakers.
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Lawmaker unveils ambitious plan to protect Salish Sea
The bill would aim to restore salmon while cutting down on toxins and noise pollution.