The Washington State House passed HB 1432, aimed at requiring insurers to cover medically necessary mental health and substance use disorder services.

The Tacoma City Council seeks applicants for its Public Utility Board to manage city services, encouraging diverse community representation. Members must complete legal training; applications are due March 30, 2025.

Washington's HB 1709, advocating for support of students with adrenal insufficiency, passed the House and aims to allow designated adults to provide care at school.

The Washington House passed a bill to expand low-carbon thermal energy networks, providing a regulatory framework and potential for discounted electricity rates.

Attorney General Nick Brown leads 21 attorneys general in supporting Perkins Coie against Trump's executive order, arguing it undermines legal system integrity.

Washington State's House passed HB 1218 aiming to reform the mental health system, particularly focusing on improved community-based treatments and reducing unnecessary incarcerations.

WSDOT's fish passage project along the Washington coast reaches halfway mark, aiming to finish by 2027 with lane closures and traffic signals expected for road users.

WDFW seeks public input on ocean salmon fishery management options for 2025, balancing hatchery returns and stock protection, with meetings for stakeholder engagement.

Washington State launched the EV-MAP tool to aid EV charging infrastructure expansion, increasing access to data and supporting the rising number of electric vehicles.

WDFW plans controlled burns on nearly 500 acres in Washington to reduce wildfire risk and improve wildlife habitats.

The House passed HB 1141, allowing Washington agricultural cannabis workers to unionize, aiming to address their exclusion from federal labor protections.

King County International Airport adds a hybrid electric fire truck, the Striker Volterra, to its fleet, enhancing sustainability in airport emergency services.

The Washington House passed HB 1213, aimed at improving job protections under the state's Paid Family Medical Leave program, especially for low-wage workers.