An employer couldn’t fire or refuse to hire someone because they have an afro, braids, dreadlocks or twists, under a bill being considered by the House.
Domestic workers would be protected against retaliation by employers as well as threats or other intimidation tactics, under a bill being considered by the Senate.
Washington residents would be unable to purchase flavored vaping products, even if they don’t contain nicotine, under a bill being considered by the Senate aimed keeping them away from minors.
Some Senate Republicans want to take a market-based approach to homelessness by creating more affordable housing as well as crack down on criminal activity.
Public and private universities that receive money from the Washington College Grant Program would have to release transcripts for students even if they owe money for minor fees, under a bill being considered by the Senate.
As the number of homeless individuals and families grows around the state, legislative leaders are looking to reduce those numbers with long-term solutions but don’t yet agree about immediate approaches.
