Northwest
Sexual assault survivors push legislative change
Seeking systematic reforms, victims spoke up this legislative session.
Taylor McAvoy
Northwest
New laws targeting sexual harassment await governor’s pen
Four key bills targeting sexual harassment passed both chambers and were waiting to be signed by the Washington…
Northwest
Washington State set to expand abortion coverage
With the governor’s signature, the Reproductive Parity Act will allow state funding for abortion and contraception services.
Northwest
Legislature passes new protections for student newspapers
If signed, the new law will also protects student advisers who defend the free speech rights of student…
Northwest
Lawmakers introduce provision to allow guns in schools
The bill would allow, but not require, adults to carry concealed weapons.
Northwest
Lawmakers introduce new gun legislation late in session
If passed, the new law would allocate money to schools for emergency response and raise the age required…
Northwest
Voluntary waiver of firearm rights is close to becoming law
The bill would allow those who feel they are at risk of suicide to add their name to…
Northwest
Washington State moves closer to bump stock ban
Before heading to the governor’s desk, the bill will return to the Senate for another vote.