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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – January 20, 2026

Posted on January 20, 2026

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The 2026 Washington State Legislative Session is here, and this week there are hearings on 14 key bills that we are supporting on our policy platform—which means you have 14 opportunities to take action!


Here’s how you can help right now, from wherever you are: You can submit written testimony in support of any of these bills up to 24 hours after their hearing.

Here are a few of the most urgent bills being heard this week:

Driver Privacy Act (SB 6002/HB 2332) – Testimony deadline: Wednesday 01/21 @ 8:00 AM — Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) are being used across Washington without clear limits, putting at risk immigrant communities, people seeking reproductive or gender-affirming care, and anyone else who may become a target of the federal government. This bill would create regulations for which public agencies can use ALPRs, how long they can retain the data, and who can access that data.

SUBMIT TESTIMONY

Secure and Accountable Federal Enforcement (SAFE) Act (SB 5906) – Testimony deadline: Wednesday 01/21 @ 8:00 AM — Right now, many members of our communities avoid sending their kids to school, going to the doctor, or accessing other public services and institutions due to fear that their data will be shared or that rogue federal agents will show up. This bill would set limits on the collection and sharing of information and create protocols on how institutions can respond to immigration enforcement to protect our personal privacy and give our communities the confidence that they can trust public institutions and feel secure in accessing essential services.

SUBMIT TESTIMONY

Domestic Workers Bill of Rights (SB 6053/HB 2355) – Testimony deadline: Wednesday 01/21 @10:30 AM — The people who care for our homes and loved ones should be treated with the same dignity and fairness as every other worker in Washington. This bill would ensure that domestic workers have basic workplace rights such as wage and hour standards, sick time, and protection from discrimination and retaliation.

SUBMIT TESTIMONY

Shelter, Not Penalties Act (HB 2489) – Testimony deadline: Wednesday 01/21 @ 4:00 PM — People experiencing homelessness need support, not punishment. This bill would prohibit local laws that punish people for engaging in life-sustaining activities like sitting, sleeping, or protecting themselves from the elements when there isn’t enough shelter available, making it easier for them to survive and get connected to the housing, shelter and services they need.

SUBMIT TESTIMONY

There are ten more bills that need your support—you can find the full list of actions to take this week here!

Every day and every action counts to show our elected leaders that our communities are paying attention and support these critical policy proposals that could make a real, tangible difference for our communities. 

Let’s keep the pressure up and remind everyone in Olympia that immigrant justice is non-negotiable.

In community,

The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network


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La sesión legislativa del Estado de Washington 2026 ha llegado, y esta semana hay 14 audiencias sobre proyectos de ley clave que apoyamos en nuestra plataforma política, ¡lo que significa que tienes 14 oportunidades para tomar acción!


Puedes presentar tu apoyo por escrito dejando un testimonio hasta 24 horas después de la audiencia. Estos son algunos de los proyectos de ley más urgentes con audiencias esta semana:

Ley de Privacidad del Conductor (SB 6002/HB 2332) – fecha límite para presentar apoyo: miércoles 21 de enero a las 8:00 AM — Los lectores automáticos de matrículas (ALPRs, por sus siglas en inglés) se están utilizando en todo Washington sin límites claros, poniendo en riesgo a comunidades inmigrantes, personas que buscan atención reproductiva o de afirmación de género, y a cualquier otra persona que pueda convertirse en objetivo del gobierno federal. Este proyecto de ley establecería regulaciones para las agencias públicas que utilicen  ALPR como cuánto tiempo pueden conservar los datos y quién puede acceder a esos datos.

PRESENTA TU APOYO ESCRITO

Ley de Aplicación Federal Segura y Responsable (SAFE, por sus siglas en inglés)  (SB 5906) – fecha límite para presentar apoyo: miércoles 21 de enero a las 8:00 AM — Ahora mismo, muchos miembros de nuestras comunidades no están mandando a sus hijos a la escuela, asistiendo al  médico o usando servicios e instituciones públicas por miedo a que sus datos se compartan o que aparezcan agentes federales en esos lugares. Este proyecto de ley establecería límites a la recopilación y el intercambio de información y crearía protocolos sobre cómo las instituciones pueden responder a la aplicación de la ley migratoria para proteger nuestra privacidad personal y dar a nuestras comunidades la confianza de que pueden confiar en las instituciones públicas y sentirse seguras accediendo a servicios esenciales.

PRESENTA TU APOYO ESCRITO

Carta de Derechos de Los Trabajadores del Hogar (SB 6053/HB 2355) – fecha límite para presentar apoyo: miércoles 21 de enero a las 10:30 AM — Las personas que cuidan de nuestros hogares y seres queridos deberían ser tratadas con la misma dignidad y justicia que cualquier otro trabajador en Washington. Este proyecto de ley garantizaría que trabajadores del hogar tengan derechos laborales básicos como los estándares salariales y de horas, días de baja por enfermedad y protección frente a la discriminación y la represalia

PRESENTA TU APOYO ESCRITO

Refugio, No Sanciones (HB 2489) – fecha límite para presentar apoyo: miércoles 21 de enero a las 4:00 PM — Las personas sin hogar necesitan apoyo, no castigo. Este proyecto prohibiría leyes locales que castiguen a las personas por realizar actividades vitales, como sentarse, dormir o protegerse de los elementos cuando no hay suficiente refugio disponible, facilitando así la supervivencia y el acceso a la vivienda, el refugio y los servicios que necesitan.

PRESENTA TU APOYO ESCRITO

Hay diez proyectos de ley más que necesitan su apoyo. ¡Puedes encontrar la lista completa de acciones que puede tomar esta semana aquí!

Cada día y cada acción cuenta para mostrar a nuestros líderes electos que nuestras comunidades están prestando atención y apoyan estas propuestas políticas críticas que podrían marcar una diferencia real y tangible para nuestras comunidades.

Mantengamos la presión y hay que recordarle a todos en Olympia que la justicia para los inmigrantes no es negociable.

En comunidad,

La Red de Solidaridad de Inmigrantes en Washington

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November 2026

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 3, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

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  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    November 3, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 5, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    November 6, 2026  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Moonshot Brewing, 8804 W Victoria Ave # 140, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA

    Join us for socializing and having some fun!

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  • Veterans Day Parade

    Veterans Day Parade

    November 7, 2026  8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    North Grosscup Road, N Grosscup Rd, West Richland, WA 99353, USA

    Meet at 8:30 am at Grosscup and 62nd, near Tapteal Elementary School to decorate the float. We march at 9:30.

    Sign up to march
    https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA5AD2DA7F8C43-52471610-veterans#/

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  • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    November 7, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action!
    On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone.

    Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility.
    📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM | 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    November 9, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 10, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    November 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 12, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 17, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    November 17, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 19, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • Benton County Democrats General Meeting

    Benton County Democrats General Meeting

    November 19, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Round Table Pizza, 1435 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    November 21, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library (Union) 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Our monthly Indivisible Tri-Cities meetings are all about taking action in our community.📆

    💬We’ll be talking about what’s happening, how our community organizations are stepping up, and how we can help. We’ll also start planning for upcoming events.

    🗣️We want to hear from you! Your ideas and input matter.

    ✊This is how we build power together. Come connect, learn, and take action with us. See you there!

    If you're able, please bring a non-perishable food item for donation. We strive to collect these resources at every Indivisible Tri-Cities event, on behalf of our community partners.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 24, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    November 24, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 26, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    November 26, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

     Every month on the Fourth Thu, until Jan 28, 2027, 11occurrence(s)

    Pleasedownload and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendarsystem.

    Monthly:https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUldO6hrzwuGd3-10krfe1QmS1Jo9tXBOs-/ics?icsToken=DJVFuCKh_Z4OoP_SCgAALAAAAFdu_ZAfRNNEgm3YY-r-IQJW5lTWuy29jBlclOVfmw-klIsBeuZV2F2PvUCBHbh0ht8yhdyefiR9fBmqRDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=AnaBeSvNSjeuG9ncdABDuA

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  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    November 26, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Locations are at various venues around the county. Please subscribe to the BCDCC mailing list to receive a notification.

    Zoom Link

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