AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEastern WA House race: National Democrats are calling Rep. Michael Baumgartner’s seat “in play,” targeting the 5th District as part of a push for House control. Election logistics: Washington general election ballots will go out Oct. 16, with guidance to return early and use official drop boxes. School policy: Gov. Bob Ferguson is pushing a statewide “phone-free schools” plan requiring students to store devices away during the school day. Public safety law: A judge permanently blocks Washington’s new sheriff standards law, setting up an appeal. Federal courts/US attorney fight: The Trump administration asks the 9th Circuit to pause a ruling reinstating Seattle’s U.S. attorney. Housing: Common Roots Housing Trust broke ground on seven perpetually affordable homes in Walla Walla using a community land trust model. Local ballot measure: Spokane County Fire District 9 is seeking voter approval for a levy lid lift and bond to replace trucks, relocate a station, and upgrade facilities. Environment/energy: Washington leaders warn Canada’s fast-tracked West Coast oil pipeline could increase spill risk to the Salish Sea and Southern Resident killer whales. Workforce/health: A bill targets barriers for internationally trained doctors and nurses to enter the U.S. healthcare workforce.
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