In a major victory for Seattle’s biomedical research hubs and Washington state families, Senator Murray prevents Trump’s devastating cuts to NIH and research into lifesaving cures and treatments NIH funding supports more than 12,000 jobs across Washington state and […]
The BE HEARD Act is comprehensive legislation to prevent workplace harassment, strengthen and expand key protections for workers, and support workers in seeking accountability and justice ICYMI: Senator Murray Sounds Alarm Over Trump’s EEOC Eliminating […]
Bill would boost NOAA’s tsunami preparedness budget by 35%, require planning for a PNW megaquake; Legislation complements Sen. Cantwell’s 5 Point Plan to bolster U.S. emergency preparedness WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), […]
by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardFebruary 13, 2026 Legislation to force federal immigration agents to get court approval before entering schools and health care facilities cleared the Washington state Senate on Thursday. Senate Bill 5906 […]
by Tom Banse, Washington State StandardFebruary 12, 2026 The Washington House of Representatives on Thursday approved a new coal tax that targets a single company. It’s meant to thwart a surprise move by the Trump […]
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