A bill to increase accessibility for developmentally disabled students entering higher education was signed into law today by Gov. Jay Inslee. Senate Bill 5180 would assemble a taskforce of stakeholders from K-12 and postsecondary institutions with the objective of making the transition more seamless...
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Shin bill to serve developmentally disabled students signed into law
Tuesday, May 14 2013 - Paull Shin | Permalink
Shin votes against Republican budget proposal
Tuesday, April 09 2013 - Paull Shin | Permalink
OLYMPIA — Last Friday, the Senate passed a budget proposed by the Republican majority by a 30-18 vote. Sen. Paull Shin, D-Edmonds , voted against that budget proposal, along with the majority of his Democratic colleagues. “I appreciate that the Republican majority included Democratic input...
Sen. Shin introduces trio of common-sense reform bills
Friday, January 25 2013 - Paull Shin | Permalink
Three bills introduced by Sen. Paull Shin propose common-sense reforms to higher education and DUI policies. “It’s important that we keep an eye on the legislation we’ve already got on the books and continually pass reforms and changes as necessary,” said Shin, D-Edmonds. “These...
A session review from Olympia
Thursday, May 10 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
Dear Friends and neighbors, First of all, I want to thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. These mailings allow me keep the people of the 21 st district informed on key happenings in Olympia. On April 11 th , the Legislature adjourned what was without doubt one of the most trying sessions in memory...
Governor signs Shin bill allowing student college trustees
Thursday, March 29 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
OLYMPIA - Students at Washington's community and technical colleges may gain additional input on the actions of their schools' boards of trustees under a bill signed today by Gov. Chris Gregoire. Senate Bill 5217, sponsored by Sen. Paull Shin, gives community and technical colleges the option of appointing...
Sen. Shin releases statement on Senate Ninth Order
Monday, March 05 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
OLYMPIA – On Friday, Sen. Shin released the following statement on the actions of Senate Republicans and three Democrats: “I am a strong believer that differences and impasses can be addressed peacefully and that the best methods are through discussion and compromise. The actions taken by...
A Mid-Session Update from Olympia
Friday, February 17 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
Dear Friends and neighbors, First of all I wanted to let you know about the February 25 District Town Hall I am hosting with my seatmates, Rep. Liias and Rep. Roberts. The meeting will be split into two locations to allow for the easiest access for all constituents. @ Mukilteo Library, 10:30 AM: 4675...
Senate passes Shin bill allowing student CC trustees
Monday, February 13 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
OLYMPIA - Students could have a direct hand in the actions of the board of trustees of Washington community and technical colleges under a bill approved Monday by the Washington State Senate. Senate Bill 5217, sponsored by Sen. Paull Shin, would allow community and technical colleges the option of appointing...
Senate approves Shin bill to continue Workforce Training Program
Saturday, February 11 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
OLYMPIA - The Washington State Senate has approved a bill continuing a program that provides training benefits to companies locating or expanding in Washington state. "We welcome and encourage businesses from around the country and around the world to come to Washington and set up locations here...