A bill to adjust the tax classification of Pilates studios and gymnastics facilities was heard in the Senate Ways & Means Committee Tuesday. Senate Bill 5411, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would modify the state tax code to distinguish these facilities from traditional fitness centers. Under current law, Pilates studios and gymnastics facilities are […]
Nobles bill to require AANHPI history in schools heard in committee
A bill to ensure Washington students learn about Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) history was heard in the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee Tuesday. Senate Bill 5574, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would direct the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt AANHPI history learning standards by Sept. 1, […]
Nobles bill to ban flavored tobacco, nicotine products heard in committee
A bill aimed at curbing youth tobacco use was heard in the Senate Health & Long-Term Care Committee Friday. Senate Bill 5183, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would ban the sale of flavored tobacco and nicotine products, including menthol cigarettes, flavored vapes, and nicotine pouches. The bill also prohibits “entertainment vapor products” — devices […]
Senate passes Nobles bill to increase voting access for uniform, overseas citizens
A bill to increase access to the ballot for uniform and overseas citizen voters passed the Senate Wednesday, Feb. 12. Senate Bill 5017, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), aligns Washington’s election laws with national standards by adopting the Uniform Military and Overseas Voters Act (UMOVA). The bill maintains Washington’s automatic ballot delivery for these […]
Nobles bill to expand career pathways in natural resources heard in committee
A bill to expand career pathways in Washington’s natural resource and conservation sectors was heard in the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee Wednesday. Senate Bill 5567, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would direct the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) to select a private sector, nonprofit partner to continue and […]
Nobles bill to create Seattle Reign FC special license plate heard in committee
A bill to create a Seattle Reign FC special license plate was heard in the Senate Transportation Committee Monday. Senate Bill 5692, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would direct proceeds from the plate to the RAVE Foundation, the team’s nonprofit partner. The foundation supports initiatives that expand access to play, promote inclusivity, and provide resources for underserved […]
Nobles bill to update driver, vehicle laws heard in committee
A bill to modernize and streamline Washington’s driver and vehicle laws was heard in the Senate Transportation Committee Monday, February 4. Senate Bill 5218, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would align state laws with federal regulations, improve administrative processes, and remove outdated provisions. “Our laws should reflect current practices and federal requirements to reduce […]
Nobles introduces bill to require AANHPI history in WA public schools
Legislation to require instruction on Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) history in Washington public schools was introduced in the Washington State Senate. Senate Bill 5574, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would direct the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt AANHPI history learning standards by Sept. 1, 2028, and require […]
Nobles bill to address physician shortages heard in committee
A bill to tackle Washington’s physician shortage and improve health equity was heard in the Senate Health & Long-Term Care Committee Friday (Jan. 31, 2025). Senate Bill 5226, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would establish a grant program to fund residency positions specifically for international medical graduates (IMGs). These positions would focus on high-demand […]