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WA Legislature fails to pass new drug law; special session likely
After two years of unsuccessful negotiations, Washington may not have a law against drug possession starting in July.
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The bills that survived Washington's 2023 legislative session
From gun regulations to affordable housing and a new state dinosaur, these are the initiatives that passed — and some that were not so lucky.
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A WA bill protecting name change privacy was just signed into law
As of July 23, people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees will be able to change their name confidentially.
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This WA bill could make it easier and safer to change your name
A proposal that passed the Senate this week would boost privacy for people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees.
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How federal weed legalization would impact Washington state
Senate Bill 5069 — one of several marijuana-related bills this legislative session — lays the groundwork for interstate trade.