In response to the election, a new buy 2, donate 1 option benefits groups dedicated to building local communities. NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Halve Kaff, a new reduced caffeine coffee brand, announces a program to donate their coffee to support grassroots community...
In response to the election, a new buy 2, donate 1 option benefits groups dedicated to building local communities. NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Halve Kaff, a new reduced caffeine coffee brand, announces a program to donate their coffee to support grassroots community...
Military aid societies embark on third-annual #GivingTuesday fundraising campaign to raise critical funds for military families in need. WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The combined forces of Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), Air Force Aid Society (AFAS), Army...
Military aid societies embark on third-annual #GivingTuesday fundraising campaign to raise critical funds for military families in need. WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The combined forces of Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), Air Force Aid Society (AFAS), Army...
An upcoming segment will highlight a comprehensive approach to care… FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Witness the power of community in action as Empowered with Meg Ryan unveils the heartwarming story of McGuire Memorial. This exceptional non-profit organization,...
An upcoming segment will highlight a comprehensive approach to care… FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Witness the power of community in action as Empowered with Meg Ryan unveils the heartwarming story of McGuire Memorial. This exceptional non-profit organization,...
Scott and Kathy Fink, a prominent Tampa family with ties across Tampa Bay, have given $5 million to help support the construction of a new, dedicated children's hospital facility to open in 2030, which will be named Pagidipati Children's Hospital at St. Joseph's. TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 19,...
Scott and Kathy Fink, a prominent Tampa family with ties across Tampa Bay, have given $5 million to help support the construction of a new, dedicated children's hospital facility to open in 2030, which will be named Pagidipati Children's Hospital at St. Joseph's. TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 19,...
Building on its legacy of giving and passion for helping others, The George & Melodie Rogers Foundation donated $1 million to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California, whose mission is to ignite, empower, and defend children's potential through one-to-one mentorship. FRESNO, Calif.,...
Building on its legacy of giving and passion for helping others, The George & Melodie Rogers Foundation donated $1 million to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California, whose mission is to ignite, empower, and defend children's potential through one-to-one mentorship. FRESNO, Calif.,...
Eagle Hair Care, Inc. and BMS Marketing, Inc. (DBA Sir Speedy Printing) Park Ridge Each Receive $15,000 Grants for Growth and Development ROSEMONT, Ill., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Bank, one of the fastest growing, independently-owned commercial banks in the Midwest,...
Eagle Hair Care, Inc. and BMS Marketing, Inc. (DBA Sir Speedy Printing) Park Ridge Each Receive $15,000 Grants for Growth and Development ROSEMONT, Ill., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Bank, one of the fastest growing, independently-owned commercial banks in the Midwest,...
Makers Nutrition has once again partnered with Island Harvest Food Bank to support Long Island families in need during the Thanksgiving season. Through an in-house food drive, the company collected and donated non-perishable food and household items to help combat hunger, especially for...
Makers Nutrition has once again partnered with Island Harvest Food Bank to support Long Island families in need during the Thanksgiving season. Through an in-house food drive, the company collected and donated non-perishable food and household items to help combat hunger, especially for...
Prevent Blindness adds six new leaders in vision and eye health to national Board of Directors. CHICAGO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading eye health and safety nonprofit organization, has named six new members to its Board of Directors. The vote...
Prevent Blindness adds six new leaders in vision and eye health to national Board of Directors. CHICAGO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading eye health and safety nonprofit organization, has named six new members to its Board of Directors. The vote...
Local Families Invited to Receive Thanksgiving Turkeys on Nov. 23 at 9 a.m. PHOENIX, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 21st annual Thanksgiving Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 9 a.m....
Local Families Invited to Receive Thanksgiving Turkeys on Nov. 23 at 9 a.m. PHOENIX, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation and Sons of the American Legion are excited to announce the 21st annual Thanksgiving Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 9 a.m....
A new giving society honoring President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter's legacy of selfless service to Habitat and the community FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County has introduced the Carter Club, a new giving society honoring...
A new giving society honoring President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter's legacy of selfless service to Habitat and the community FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County has introduced the Carter Club, a new giving society honoring...
Abigail Lovell is the Chief Sustainability Officer and leads Sustainability for global Experian; Matthew Donahue is the President of GPS Services SAN DIEGO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Abigail Lovell of Experian and Matthew Donahue of GPS Services have been elected to the Identity...
Abigail Lovell is the Chief Sustainability Officer and leads Sustainability for global Experian; Matthew Donahue is the President of GPS Services SAN DIEGO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Abigail Lovell of Experian and Matthew Donahue of GPS Services have been elected to the Identity...
questionZERO, a UK-based sustainability benchmarking platform focused on consumer engagement, has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative to promote responsible business practices in the consumer goods and services market. This partnership aligns with questionZERO's mission to...
questionZERO, a UK-based sustainability benchmarking platform focused on consumer engagement, has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative to promote responsible business practices in the consumer goods and services market. This partnership aligns with questionZERO's mission to...
Episcopal Relief & Development is working with the Episcopal Church of Cuba to provide food, hygiene products, and other support for people affected by Hurricane Oscar. NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Episcopal Relief & Development is working with the Episcopal Church of...
Episcopal Relief & Development is working with the Episcopal Church of Cuba to provide food, hygiene products, and other support for people affected by Hurricane Oscar. NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Episcopal Relief & Development is working with the Episcopal Church of...
The grant will help the organization scale high-impact instructional supports and innovations at the intersection of teaching and technology NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading Educators, a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving teaching and learning...
321 Web Marketing, a leading digital marketing agency in Northern Virginia, proudly sponsored The Arc Gala 2024, "Illuminating Inclusion," with a $1,000 contribution. This sponsorship underscored the company's dedication to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental...
The grant will help the organization scale high-impact instructional supports and innovations at the intersection of teaching and technology NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading Educators, a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving teaching and learning...
321 Web Marketing, a leading digital marketing agency in Northern Virginia, proudly sponsored The Arc Gala 2024, "Illuminating Inclusion," with a $1,000 contribution. This sponsorship underscored the company's dedication to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental...
Humabiologics secures two patents for innovative processes to produce high-quality human-derived collagen and gelatin products that advance regenerative medicine and tissue engineering applications. PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Humabiologics, Inc., a leading...
Humabiologics secures two patents for innovative processes to produce high-quality human-derived collagen and gelatin products that advance regenerative medicine and tissue engineering applications. PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Humabiologics, Inc., a leading...
This trans-led tech nonprofit with roots in LGBTQ+ asylum is determined to continue connecting thousands to verified resources as threats to LGBTQ+ rights are expected to escalate under a second Trump administration. NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the re-election of...
This trans-led tech nonprofit with roots in LGBTQ+ asylum is determined to continue connecting thousands to verified resources as threats to LGBTQ+ rights are expected to escalate under a second Trump administration. NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the re-election of...
A broad coalition of organizations in telecommunications, education, and healthcare is mobilizing to protect the Universal Service Fund (USF), which provides essential connectivity to underserved communities, following a court ruling that threatens its future. The group is calling for a...
A broad coalition of organizations in telecommunications, education, and healthcare is mobilizing to protect the Universal Service Fund (USF), which provides essential connectivity to underserved communities, following a court ruling that threatens its future. The group is calling for a...
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Royal Canin US have teamed up to strengthen the human-animal bond by delivering important information to cat and dog owners about their pet's nutrition and healthy habits when it comes to treating pets. WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2024...
This year, Operation Homefront anticipates serving the 200,000th military family since the program's inception. SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 15th year, national nonprofit Operation Homefront is hosting its annual Holiday Meals for Military program to bring a...
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Royal Canin US have teamed up to strengthen the human-animal bond by delivering important information to cat and dog owners about their pet's nutrition and healthy habits when it comes to treating pets. WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2024...
This year, Operation Homefront anticipates serving the 200,000th military family since the program's inception. SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the 15th year, national nonprofit Operation Homefront is hosting its annual Holiday Meals for Military program to bring a...
House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) and Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen (D-Seattle) issued the statement below regarding the recent vandalism at the home of UW President Ana Mari Cauce: “We are disturbed by the news that significant damage was done to University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce’s residence and car by masked perpetrators who also painted pro-Hamas and pro-Palestinian symbols on both. This is an unacceptable form of protest. “In the past our caucuses have vehemently opposed any legislation that would punish a person’s constitutional right to protest, including one idea that would have potentially criminalized any protest. “We...
TUKWILA – Sen. Jamie Pedersen (D-Seattle) will be the new Senate Majority Leader in the Washington State Senate, following a vote among Senate Democrats on Monday. Pedersen will take over immediately as Sen. Andy Billig (D-Spokane) prepares to retire after 14 years of service in the Legislature, including six years (2018-2024) as leader of the Senate Democrats. Pedersen has served in the Senate since 2013 and was first elected to the state House of Representatives in 2006. In the Legislature, he has chaired both the House Judiciary and Senate Law and Justice committees. He has served as Majority Floor Leader...
Gov. Jay Inslee will be traveling to Baku, Azerbaijan for the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29).
This is the fourth COP that Inslee will attend. He first attended COP as governor in 2017 following then-President Trump’s announced plan to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement.
Since then, Inslee has championed the importance of subnational leadership and emphasized the ways that state and regional governments can go further, faster to advance meaningful policies.
Washington state has adopted several policies that work together to reduce state emissions 95% by 2050. These policies have captured the attention of other states and provincial governments, including the Climate Commitment Act’s equity-focused carbon market and clean building standards.
The increasing urgency of ending the use of fossil fuels is in headlines every day. In 2022, scientists warned the planet had reached “code red.” Earlier this year they announced global temperatures are on course to surge past 2.5C, an increase that some scientists say could lead to “major societal disruption within the next five years.” After another year of deadly storms and extreme weather exacerbated by climate change, scientists announced last week that melting Arctic ice could cause a “catastrophic ocean current collapse” in the Atlantic Ocean.
Inslee’s attendance to COP29 is financed with the support of The Climate Registry and the Climate Action Reserve.
11/08/2024 Washington State Governor's Information Feed
Following a competitive nationwide search conducted by ArtsWA, Gov. Jay Inslee and First Spouse Trudi Inslee have selected artist Grace Flott to create the governor’s official portrait.
Flott was raised in Spokane and works as a painter and arts educator in Seattle. After a major fire-related injury disrupted her undergraduate studies at the University of Washington, she found a new purpose for her art: fostering a sense of belonging and safety for all people. She established new connections within the disability community and her past work includes the recent New Icons project which features seven life-size oil portraits of people with burn injuries. She conducts workshops for burn survivors to create art from their scars in addition to teaching classes at local art schools.
"For every portrait I am interested in getting to the heart of that person’s unique story,” Flott said. “I love painting people who are passionate about what they do. What allows me to capture the spark in someone’s eye is taking the time to listen closely and get to know them. It’s an honor to witness the governor’s story and bring to life his tireless belief that we can make the world a better place."
Gov. Jay Inslee released the following statement in response to Tuesday’s general election results.
“I would like to congratulate all of our state elected leaders. For the first time in generations, voters picked a full slate of Democrats to lead our nine statewide elected offices. Their leadership will be more crucial than ever during the next four years, and we couldn’t ask for a better team to protect Washington values. Bob Ferguson is a sharp public servant who will be an excellent governor. Nick Brown will be a dynamic attorney general. Washingtonians have only seen a preview of Nick’s potential as a fighter for justice.
“Last night, Washingtonians sent an unequivocal message that they want action on pollution and climate change. Washingtonians also made clear they want to preserve the equity of our tax system with the capital gains tax on the super wealthy. When they or a loved one need long-term care, they want the WA Cares Act to be there for them.
“I want to thank Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for their service to our country. Many are understandably worried about the outcome of the presidential election, but Washingtonians know we’ve been here before. Washington has strong statutes that protect our values, and when Trump messed with our state we sued him 97 times – only losing two cases on the merits while he was in office. Our state and others formed enduring alliances for progress during Trump’s first term in office, and we will continue to push the needle of progress for a more perfect union.”
11/04/2024 Washington State Governor's Information Feed
Gov. Jay Inslee released the following statement in response to the approval of a new contract by Boeing Machinists.
"Tonight's vote by the Machinists puts Boeing's future back on more solid footing. Washington is home to the world's most skilled aerospace workers and they understandably took a stand for the respect and compensation they deserve. Congratulations to IAM District 751 and Boeing on reaching an agreement."
Attorneys General stand in support for National Veterans and Military Families Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As we celebrate National Veterans and Military Families Month this November, the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) proudly supports the efforts of state and territory attorney general offices in their commitment to military families.
Today, Gov. Jay Inslee activated some Washington National Guard members to be on stand-by in the event they are asked to support local law enforcement and the Washington State Patrol during election week. The governor has given The Adjutant General the authority to determine how many members of the Guard will be activated.
This is a purely precautionary measure taken in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s nationwide warnings regarding threats to election infrastructure and other recent activities that have occurred in southwestern Washington.
The Guard will be on stand-by for four days, beginning Monday, November 4, and ending just after midnight on Thursday, November 7, 2024.
Major General Gent Welsh
The Adjutant General
Washington Military Department
Building 1
Camp Murray, WA 98430-5000
Re: Activation of Washington National Guard assets to support public safety activities related to the 2024 Elections.
Dear Major General Welsh:
Based upon general and specific information and concerns regarding the potential for violence or other unlawful activity related to the 2024 general election, I want to ensure we are fully prepared to respond to any potential additional civil unrest of the type described in RCW 38.08.040 occurring within Washington State leading up to, on, and potentially extending beyond November 5, 2024, the date of the 2024 general election.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has warned that threats to election infrastructure during the 2024 election cycle remains high. The southwest region of Washington state has already experienced specific instances of election-related unrest. On October 28, 2024, an incendiary device was set off in a drop box in Vancouver, Washington, damaging or destroying hundreds of ballots, and a similar device targeted a ballot box in Portland, Oregon.
In response to the situation described above and the potential for further violence and illegal activity, I am directing the Washington National Guard (WANG) to prepare to provide critical public safety support by activating necessary Washington National Guard personnel in a standby status. In this role, the WANG will support local law enforcement and the Washington State Patrol as needed. Our state depends on these skilled individuals for critical support to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, to include support necessary to protect vital infrastructure related to carrying out free and fair elections and to respond to any unrest related to the 2024 general election.
Preparation to respond to civil unrest of the type already experienced will also require state level coordination and the activation of additional support functions within Washington’s Emergency Management System.
Under RCW 38.08.040, I am authorized to order the Washington National Guard, or any part thereof, into active service of the State to perform such duty as I deem proper when required for the public health, safety, or welfare and to prepare for events described in RCW 38.08.040. I find that such preparation, and this activation of the Washington National Guard, is required now for the protection of the public health, safety, or welfare of Washington State agencies and the people they serve.
Therefore, I, Jay Inslee, Governor of the state of Washington, pursuant to RCW 38.08.040 and in response to the above-referenced request, and believing such action is necessary for preserving public health, safety and welfare, order into temporary active state service for up to four days, beginning Monday, November 4, 2024, as many members of the Washington National Guard as may be necessary and deemed appropriate for the circumstances described above in the opinion of The Adjutant General of the Washington State Military Department to support public safety efforts related to the 2024 elections, as well as activation of support functions within Washington’s Emergency Management System.
This order of activation expires at 12:01 a.m. on November 8, 2024.
AG Ferguson, bipartisan coalition win $49 million and counting over generic drugs price-fixing conspiracy
AGs assert it was one of the most damaging price-fixing schemes in U.S. history
OLYMPIA — Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today he and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general have won more than $49 million so far in their case against major drug manufacturers that conspired to illegally raise prices on hundreds of generic drugs. The conspiracy caused consumers to pay more than 10 times as much for some drugs, ranging from antibiotic ointment to cancer treatments.
Gov. Jay Inslee released the following statement in response to an attack on a ballot dropbox in Vancouver, which resulted in hundreds of ballots being destroyed. The incident took place not long after a similar one at a ballot box in Portland, Ore.
“This was a violent attack on democracy, and we will do everything to keep our election system strong and secure in Washington. Our state and local election teams are fully dedicated to making sure every person’s vote is counted fairly and accurately. There will be 24-hour enhanced security around ballot drop-off locations.
“While law enforcement investigates this incident, we urge concerned Vancouver-area voters to check with the Clark County Auditor’s office or VoteWA.gov for accurate information about how to obtain a replacement ballot or track their ballot once it has been returned. There are multiple ways for voters to cast their ballot and make sure their voice is heard.”
10/26/2024 Washington State Governor's Information Feed
President Biden issued a formal apology yesterday for the United States’ boarding school system that separated Native American children from their families and placed them in schools where they were forced to assimilate. Recent reports from the U.S. Department of Interior indicate thousands of children were killed or abused at these schools. An earlier report in 2022 identified 15 such schools in Washington state.
“Among our nation’s darkest stains is the boarding school system that the U.S. government used to erase Tribal language and culture under the harmful pretext of assimilation,” Inslee said. “I applaud President Biden for taking this important step towards healing. We can’t change our past, but we can take accountability for the generational trauma and loss this system wrought. Much work remains and Washington state will do its part to uplift the efforts of those who are carrying forward Tribal languages, cultures and knowledge to current and future generations.”
The most recent operating budget signed by Inslee includes a legislative directive to the Office of the Attorney General to study the impacts of boarding schools in Washington state through a truth and reconciliation model. This includes creation of an advisory committee that will prepare a report with recommendations due in 2025.
Similar to launching the nation’s first alert system and cold case unit for missing and murdered Indigenous people, Washington is one the first states to address and study the impacts of the federal Indian boarding schools.
AG Ferguson: Washington successfully defends ban on the sale and distribution of DIY rape kits
Leda Health’s at-home rape kits gather evidence that is rarely, if ever, admissible in court
TACOMA — A federal judge upheld Washington’s ban on selling and distributing at-home sexual assault kits today, dismissing a lawsuit brought by a Pennsylvania company that sells the self-administered kits for profit.
Pierce County business owner must pay $360K for scamming local gas station owners
Kevin Wilkerson and his companies illegally charged tens of thousands of dollars for shoddy work that increased the risk of underground fuel leaks
TACOMA — On Friday, a Pierce County judge ordered a local business owner to pay more than $360,000 in penalties and restitution for unlawfully charging gas station owners for unfinished, unnecessary, or shoddy work on underground fuel storage tanks. The order is the result of a consumer protection lawsuit filed by Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s Wing Luke Civil Rights Division.
In response to a request for assistance from the United States Navy, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Gov. Jay Inslee authorized the Washington National Guard to assist with search and recovery efforts for two missing naval aviators from a downed EA-18G near Mount Rainer National Park. The request is for the guard to provide 24/7 security at assigned traffic control points.
“Trudi and I send our condolences to the families of these two U.S. Navy service members,” Inslee said. “These moments remind us of the risks military service members take on in service to our homeland. Every day, whether in training or in combat, their courage and honor are the same. We join all Washingtonians in expressing gratitude to the many teams who have been assisting with search and rescue operations including the Yakama Nation, Yakima County, King County, WSDOT Air Search & Rescue, and our Washington National Guard.”