Everett introduces a new $5 fee for past due utility accounts to cover overdue payment collection costs, and urges customers to pay online to avoid charges.

The House passed Rep. Stonier's bill to secure safe learning environments for students, aiming to reduce discrimination and improve academic outcomes. It clarifies existing laws and offers anti-retaliation protections for school staff.

Washington state's House has passed HB 1837, intending to enhance the Amtrak Cascades service, reducing travel times, increasing trips, and improving reliability and environmental impact.

Kirkland City Council schedules a hybrid meeting for March 18, 2025, covering issues like RapidRide K Line support, electric leaf blower initiative, and more, with options for public participation.

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.