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LWV Legislative Newsletter March 20, 2022

Posted on March 20, 2022

March 20, 2022  Vol. 56, Issue 11

Lunell Haught, President 
Joan Lawson, Advocacy Portfolio Director
Susan Fleming, Lobby Team Portfolio Director

Action Alerts

Click on the links below to learn more about bills currently being reviewed in the state legislature. You can “take action” on these most pressing bills by sending a suggested, editable email to legislators, encouraging them to vote to promote the League issue in question.
No action alerts this week

A Transformational Session

What a session!  Hundreds of bills passed, with many hours of hearings and discussion.  The legislature made very significant investments in a number of safety net areas such as housing, and also in education and transportation.  It was a mighty and consequential short session, and included the largest supplemental budget in history.  Our Issue Chairs delivered uncounted written and oral testimonies, attended many meetings with legislators, met with our coalition partners, and worked to further the progress of our priority legislation.  Not all of the legislation we supported made it into law, and some of the bills we opposed did make it.  It’s important to realize that it can take many sessions for a bill to become law, sometimes years.  Only about 20-30% of the bills proposed in a session become law.

Many of the bills passed by the legislature still must be signed by the Governor, and he has the option of either not signing them, or vetoing portions.  But be assured that you did make a difference!  So many of you contacted your senators and representatives at crucial times during the legislative process – it matters. We know that legislators care about what their constituents, you, want.  Our Issue Chairs and Advocates were deeply involved in the passage of a great deal of legislation, and also the capital and operational budgets.  You can read details of the bills that passed and did not pass in the updates in this newsletter.

Be sure to thank your legislators for all their hard work this session, especially the ones retiring.

We hope to see you at Action Workshops and Lobby Week, as we move into the next legislative session.  Thanks for all you do!  It matters!  

Our Current Actions page may help you pick out which bills are particularly important to you.


LWVWA Legislative Issues From the 2022 Washington State Legislative Session

Click on an issue to learn more about session results on bills the League supported and “This Week’s Updates” to read the issue chair’s report on this past week.

Democracy
Elections | This week's updates
Money in Politics | This week's updates
Education | This week's updates
Redistricting | This week's updates
Natural Resources and Climate Change
Climate and Energy | This week's updates
Forests |This week's updates
Growth Management | This week's updates
Rivers | This week's updates
Transportation | This week's updates
Social and Economic Policy
Housing and Homelessness | This week's updates
Health and Behavioral Health | This week's updates
Revenue | This week's updates

Calendar

  • March 29 at 5pm ET – a League Community Call focused on the redistricting work. Hear from speakers from LWV of MN and LWV of WA about the ways they have used this effort to build power and are utilizing that power going forward into the election year! Register in advance here.
  • June 10-12th – League of Women Voters Council Meeting, CHECK IT OUT!

Other Ways to Follow the State Legislature

  • Washington State Legislature website, leg.wa.gov.
  • Washington State’s public affairs TV network, TVW.org.

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Mike Lindell Declares Victory After Crushing Trial DefeatStory by Nikki McCann Ramirez and Asawin Suebsaeng, Rolling StoneOn Monday evening, MyPillow CEO and Donald Trump ally Mike Lindell texted Rolling Stone: "Awesome win! MyPillow 100% innocent!!!!"It was an odd moment to be taking a victory lap. Moments earlier, a jury ruled that Lindell had defamed a former Dominion Voting Systems executive named Eric Coomer on two occasions, including by calling him a traitor, and ordered Lindell to fork over $2.3 million in damages. Why was Lindell reveling in supposed victory? Presumably because the jury damages awarded to Coomer were significantly less than the $26.7 million sought by his attorneys.In his text to Rolling Stone, Lindell added that he planned to appeal the ruling, declaring: "My fight to get rid of the machines will continue on stronger than ever!"As previously reported by Rolling Stone, Lindell had seemed almost giddy to make his case in court ahead of the trial. "Of course I'm gonna testify at my own trial!" he said earlier this month. "I have nothing to hide. I am a former crack addict; I've always been open about that. I've always been open about everything! I'm as transparent as they come." Lindell did testify in his own defense, telling the jury that he didn't knowingly defame Coomer when he accused the Dominion director of being a traitor, while boosting wild conspiracy theories insinuating that Coomer had been involved in efforts by his employer to rig the 2020 election against President Donald Trump. (There is no evidence of any such plot.)While Lindell may be celebrating only being slapped with a seven figure damages penalty in this case, Coomer's lawsuit is the first in a series of defamation claims against the MAGA pillow magnate, related to his claims about the 2020 election. Lindell has also been sued directly by Dominion and by Smartmatic, another election hardware and software company about which Lindell made wild claims.Dominion is seeking $1.3 billion in damages from Lindell, Smartmatic has left the amount up to the judge. But it's safe to say that Lindell is nowhere close to being out of the woods. ... See MoreSee Less

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June 2025

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 3, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    June 3, 2025  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    1301 N Columbia Center Blvd., Kennewick, WA Next to Arby’s/Use Burlington parking lot

    Greetings Indivisible TC! We are inviting you to join an action we haven’t organized but support called Some Cuts Don’t Heal - Hold Them Accountable! It’s sponsored by Central WA Families and SEIU775. Some of our Leadership team will be there wearing our Indivisible t-shirts. Here’s more:

    Come one, come all... bring your friends, neighbors, coworkers, children!! BECAUSE I know, we all know someone on Medicaid who will be impacted by these cuts. Please show up and support!!!! #SOMECUTSDONTHEAL
    #HoldThemAccountable #SEIU775

    ¡Vengan todos! ¡Traigan a sus amigos, vecinos, compañeros de trabajo e hijos! Porque sé que todos conocemos a alguien con Medicaid que se verá afectado por estos recortes, ¡por favor, vengan y apoyen!! #ALGUNOSRECORTESNOCURAN
    #HaganQueRindanCuenta #SEIU775

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  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    June 3, 2025  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • North Richland Dems Picnic

    North Richland Dems Picnic

    June 4, 2025  4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Leslie Groves Park, 40 Park St, Richland, WA 99354, USA

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  • SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    SOME CUTS DON'T HEAL

    June 4, 2025  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    1301 N Columbia Center Blvd., Kennewick, WA Next to Arby’s/Use Burlington parking lot

    Greetings Indivisible TC! We are inviting you to join an action we haven’t organized but support called Some Cuts Don’t Heal - Hold Them Accountable! It’s sponsored by Central WA Families and SEIU775. Some of our Leadership team will be there wearing our Indivisible t-shirts. Here’s more:

    Come one, come all... bring your friends, neighbors, coworkers, children!! BECAUSE I know, we all know someone on Medicaid who will be impacted by these cuts. Please show up and support!!!! #SOMECUTSDONTHEAL
    🩸🤕⚰️🩺🪦🩹🩸
    #HoldThemAccountable #SEIU775

    ¡Vengan todos! ¡Traigan a sus amigos, vecinos, compañeros de trabajo e hijos! Porque sé que todos conocemos a alguien con Medicaid que se verá afectado por estos recortes, ¡por favor, vengan y apoyen!! #ALGUNOSRECORTESNOCURAN
    🩸🤕⚰️🩺🪦🩹🩸
    #HaganQueRindanCuenta #SEIU775

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    June 5, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    June 9, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 10, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    June 10, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    June 12, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • 8th LD Democrats General Meeting - Thursday, June 12th

    8th LD Democrats General Meeting - Thursday, June 12th

    June 12, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81281540363?pwd=yIVhkstb8G71OA79g8FD4hBUAOJzUI.1#success

    Meeting Details:

    This meeting is for all residents of the 8th Legislative District to attend as their time permits.

    We strongly encourage attendance by our PCOs and anyone who wishes to participate or contribute to the efforts of the 8th LD Democrats, as well as those seeking information on how they can help.

    Our June Meeting will be Zoom only due to constraints at available locations.

    Our July meeting is booked at the Kennewick Library and will also be on Zoom.

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  • Tri-City Democrats Meeting/Potluck

    Tri-City Democrats Meeting/Potluck

    June 13, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    4501 W Lattin Ct West Richland WA 99353 USA

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  • NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    June 14, 2025  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    1321 N Columbia Center Blvd We will be on the sidewalk in front of the mall Kennewick, WA

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

    🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨
    RSVP at: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/787085/

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  • No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    June 14, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Walla Walla County Superior 315 W Main St Walla Walla, WA 99362

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

    🚨On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.🚨

    The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.

    On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.

    A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.

    See more details

  • No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    No Kings: National Day of Defiance

    June 14, 2025  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    John Dam Plaza 815 George Washington Way Richland, WA

    They’ve defied our courts, deported Americans, disappeared people off the streets, attacked our civil rights, and slashed our services. The corruption has gone too. far. No thrones. No crowns. No kings.

    See more details

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 17, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    June 17, 2025  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

    June 19, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Indivisible Tri-Cities Potluck/Strategy Session

    Indivisible Tri-Cities Potluck/Strategy Session

    June 20, 2025  5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Mid-Columbia Libraries - Kennewick Branch Located in: Highlands Grange Park Address: 1620 S Union St, Kennewick, WA

    What: bring a food item to share, we will be planning for next month and continue our work on community building and education. We hope you can join in.

    See more details

  • World Refugee Day Celebration

    World Refugee Day Celebration

    June 20, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    BOY AND GIRLS CLUB - KENNEWICK CLUB HOUSE 910 W 7th, Kennewick

    Join B5 in celebration of World Refugee Day on Friday, June 20! This is an evening to learn more about our refugee neighbors, see cultural performances, and enjoy a meal while supplies lasts. The event starts at 6pm and will take place on the Boys & Girls Club lawn.

    See you there!

    See more details

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  • WA Immigrant Support Network - Latino Pride

    WA Immigrant Support Network - Latino Pride

    June 21, 2025  2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    327 W. Lewis St. Pasco, WA

    WAISN is proud to join the first Latino PRIDE in Tri Cities, Washington! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, June 21, from 2–7 p.m. in Pasco. We’ll be tabling alongside local organizations, sharing resources, and honoring the resilience, joy, and leadership of our queer Latinx communities. Stop by to connect, celebrate, and build power together!

    See more details

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  • TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    TCD Democrats Protest Tuesday

    June 24, 2025  3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:45pm to 5:45PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    June 24, 2025  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

    June 26, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://zoom.us/j/94107976607?pwd=qZeb9jUuH9e3DwVvukrhqxuwrNTWvv.1

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! Zoom link below, let me know if you need the mobile version. These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    June 26, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, Conference Rms A & B, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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