The Island County Democrats sent their monthly newsletter on Thu., Jan. 29, 2026, including messages from ICD Chair Jennifer Haase Morris, Island County Commissioners Janet St. Clair and Melanie Bacon, State Representative Dave Paul, and US Representative Rick Larsen.
DAVE PAUL: Writing to you from Olympia as we wrap up the second week of this 60-day session. The focus this year is to address the impact of federal cuts that threaten the well-being of communities across our state, with the greatest harm falling on our most vulnerable neighbors.
DAVE PAUL: Over the last two weeks, I’ve had several, wonderful meetings with constituents from all over our district who came to Olympia.
DAVE PAUL: A quick legislative update from Olympia on our work to protect college affordability in Washington state
DAVE PAUL: You can testify on bills in Olympia or remotely, sign in for or against bills in committee, or submit written testimony as part of the official legislative record!
RON MUZZALL: Introduced SB 6266 to restore and clarify the authority of the Washington State Auditor to access records necessary to conduct authorized audits of state agencies and programs.
RON MUZZALL: The 2026 legislative session is underway. The coffee is strong, the calendars are full, and Olympia is busy again with big ideas and decisions that matter.
DAVE PAUL: …we have so much work to do to make sure we have equality of outcomes….
