
The South Kitsap Chamber of Commerce believes in keeping our members informed on important legislative issues that face local businesses. Navigating the governmental landscape can be very complicated and time-consuming. The Chamber relies on many partners to help us keep our membership educated.
Our goal is to provide our members with information and resources to make informed decisions that are happening on a Federal, State, and local level. Below are some of the bills we are currently tracking along with the write-ups provided by our advocacy partners.
AWB POSTS LEGISLATIVE SESSION WRAP-UP VIDEOS; SPECIAL SESSION UNDER CONSIDERATION TO FIX DRUG POSSESSION LAW
End of session: It was a mixed bag for employers this legislative session. Legislators took important steps to boost housing supply, jumpstart sustainable aviation fuel production, and slow spending as risk of a recession grows. At the same time, there were several missteps and missed opportunities.
New videos: In short videos, AWB’s government affairs team breaks down the session by topic area and relevant legislation to employers.
- Bob Battles shares a wrap-up on employment law
- Mike Ennis discusses land use, housing and transportation legislation
- Emily Shay gives an update on tax and budget issues
- Amy Anderson shares an overview of health care, child care and workforce bills
- Peter Godlewski reviews energy and environment policies
Possible special session: The regular 105-day legislative session ended on April 23, but there is talk of a special session to find a solution to the state’s drug possession law after the Legislature failed to pass a fix. A stopgap measure expires on July 1, and without action, there will be no penalty in state law for drug possession. Gov. Jay Inslee can call on lawmakers to convene for a 30-day special session.
Governor Bill Action List Link to what the Governor has signed or vetoed
The Washington State Legislature has recessed for the 2023 season. There are hundreds of bills heading to the Governor’s desk for his signature. Check out the progress of the bills by clicking the link above.
2023 Legislative Session Bill Watch List
Below is a list of bills that were tracked during the 2023 Legislative Session
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MoreThe South Kitsap Chamber of Commerce seeks to inform our members about legislation that may affect their businesses. We share from a number of different sources in order to give our members a broad perspective.
Thank you to our partners at the Association of Washington Businesses, the Washington Retail Association and the Washington Hospitality Association for all their hard work on keeping us informed and representing our interests.
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Contacting Your Representative How to reach your district representative
State District 26
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Representative
Michelle Caldier
(R)
Committees:
(360) 786 – 7802
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Representative
Spencer Hutchins
(R)
Committees:
Health Care & Wellness
Transportation Housing (360) 786-7964
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Senator
Emily Randall
(D)
Committees:
Higher Education & Workforce Development
Health & Long Term Care Transportation (360) 786 – 7650
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State District 35
Representative
Travis Couture
(D)
Committees:
Human Services, Youth, & Early Learning
Appropriations
Capital Budget Environment & Energy (360) 786-7902
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Representative
Dan Griffey
(R)
Committees:
Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry
Local Government Transportation (360) 786-7966
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Senator
Drew MacEwen
(R) Committees:
Environment, Energy & Technology
Business, Financial Services, Gaming & Trade Labor & Commerce Transportation (360) 786-7902
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2022 Legislative Review Representative voting record on key business issues
2022 Legislative session review
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