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Washington to invest more in 988 mental health crisis line
HB 1134 will fund mobile units and increased training for the hotline and response service that launched last summer.
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WA passed a 'Voting Rights Act 2.0' bill. Here's what's in it
The new law, which has already been applied to a case in Yakima, expands voter protections — but not without criticism.
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King County Council sends Human Services levy to August ballot
In a debate between increasing the levy size and combating tax fatigue, councilmembers opted not to give their two cents.
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WA transgender youth bill targeted in national culture war
Senate Bill 5599 expands an existing law to cover minors seeking protected healthcare services, including gender-affirming treatment.
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Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says he won't run for a fourth term
First elected in 2012, Inslee is only the second person to serve three consecutive terms as the state's governor.