Taylor McAvoy – Redmond Reporter

Sexual assault survivors push legislative change

Taylor McAvoy — Fri, 09 Mar 2018 23:00:00 +0000

Seeking systematic reforms, victims spoke up this legislative session.

Taylor McAvoy — Fri, 09 Mar 2018 15:00:00 +0000

Four key bills targeting sexual harassment passed both chambers and were waiting to be signed by the Washington State governor...

Taylor McAvoy — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 15:00:00 +0000

If signed, the new law will also protects student advisers who defend the free speech rights of student journalists.

Taylor McAvoy — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 15:00:00 +0000

With the governor’s signature, the Reproductive Parity Act will allow state funding for abortion and contraception services.

Taylor McAvoy — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 15:00:00 +0000

The bill would allow, but not require, adults to carry concealed weapons.

Taylor McAvoy — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 15:00:00 +0000

If passed, the new law would allocate money to schools for emergency response and raise the age required to purchase assault-style weapons.

Taylor McAvoy — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0000

The bill would allow those who feel they are at risk of suicide to add their name to a do-not-sell list.

Taylor McAvoy — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 15:00:00 +0000

Before heading to the governor’s desk, the bill will return to the Senate for another vote.

Taylor McAvoy — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0000

After passionate floor debate, the bill moves to the House.

Taylor McAvoy — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 15:00:00 +0000

The State Legislature is considering training aimed at improving child safety.