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...
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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...
Sen. Shin explains Marriage Equality vote
Friday, February 03 2012 - Paull Shin | Permalink
To my constituents, I want to thank you for your understanding during these past weeks as I considered my vote on Senate Bill 6239 concerning marriage equality. My office has received hundreds of phone calls, emails, and letters, and I know that this is a very important issue to many of you in the 21...