Violet Taylor serves as Page for Rep. Mari Leavitt

Violet Taylor, a student at Lakes High School, served as a page last week in the Washington State House of Representatives. Sponsored by State Rep. Mari Leavitt, D-University Place, Violet is the child of Melody Flores of Lakewood. Violet is interested in dance and softball. Pages assume a wide variety of responsibilities, from presenting the flags, delivering messages to members on the House floor, and distributing materials throughout the capitol campus. Pages support the efficient operation of the Legislature while also receiving daily civics instruction, drafting their own bills, and participating in mock committee hearings.