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25 Jun
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E-News: Mask Up for Phase 2

Dear Neighbors, We have much to be proud of. Working together, we have slowed the spread of coronavirus. As we reopen our state’s economy, it’s important to exercise caution so that we can safely resume many of the activities of ...

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25 Jun
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Keiser applauds financial support measure for furloughed workers, employers

From the Kent Reporter State Sen. Karen Keiser, D-Des Moines, announced her support of Gov. Jay Inslee’s proclamation to strengthen and extend the state Employment Security Department’s SharedWork program for small businesses, nonprofits and local governments. SharedWork is a voluntary ...

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22 Jun
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Keiser applauds measure to strengthen financial support for furloughed workers and employers

Upon the announcement of proclamation 20-58 by Governor Inslee, Sen. Karen Keiser (D-Des Moines) released the following statement: The governor’s action today to strengthen our state’s SharedWork program will remove barriers to partial employment for many workers who have been ...

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11 Jun
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E-News: Food Assistance for School Children, School Reopening Guidelines

Dear Neighbors, Our schools perform many crucial functions in the community, from their core mission of education to providing nutritious meals for students who otherwise wouldn’t have access to them. In this time of crisis, our schools are stepping up ...

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05 Jun
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E-news: An open letter to the people of Washington

Dear Neighbors, I am profoundly moved by the events of the past ten days, and am staying in touch with all our communities in the 33rd legislative district to hear concerns about police agencies and constituent complaints. I have been ...

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02 Jun
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E-news: SharedWork can avert layoffs, keep businesses afloat

Dear Neighbors, Anyone who owns or works for a Washington business that’s hit by the economic effects of the pandemic should consider using our state’s SharedWork program. It’s a way for small-to-medium-sized businesses to retain employees while decreasing costs. And ...

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