On March 24, 2025, the 1st Legislative District telephone town hall drew an extraordinary 1,800 participants—a powerful testament to how deeply our community cares about public education and the future of Washington state.
Highlights From the House & Senate
Exploring Revenue for a Stronger Future
Lawmakers are weighing bold, progressive revenue strategies to ensure sustainable funding for education and vital public services. Key proposals include:
- A financial intangible assets tax on assets exceeding $50 million
- A B&O tax surcharge for high-revenue businesses (with nuanced differences between House and Senate versions)
- Reviewing tax exemptions: The Senate is considering sunsetting select tax exemptions based on recommendations from a citizen-led review committee.
✅ Important Note: These proposals do not impact pensions, retirement accounts or education savings accounts.
Where Would the Money Go?
Revenue from these measures would help power:
- The Education Legacy Trust Fund
- K–12 public schools
- Early learning and child care programs
Rep. Shelley Kloba: “Your Advocacy is Making a Difference!”
Washington State Representative Shelley Kloba emphasized how public advocacy is fueling momentum in Olympia. Thanks to continued community engagement, progress is being made in:
- Special education (SPED) funding
- MSOC (Materials, supplies and operating costs)
- Universal school meals
Your voices are turning into real, measurable change.
How Can You Help?
A participant asked what we, as constituents, can do next. Here’s how to keep the momentum going:
- Support progressive revenue solutions—Contact your House and Senate members, and reach out to the Governor’s office.
- On the federal level, continue advocating against education cuts and standing up for equitable funding.
A Special Thanks
Huge gratitude to LWPTSA Council President Kristen Dorwin for attending the town hall and championing the values of our district. Her leadership is a driving force behind our community’s dedication to public education.
Together, we’re raising our voices—and making them count. Let’s continue pushing for a strong, equitable, and well-funded future for every student in Washington.
Keep advocating. Keep showing up. Our schools—and our future—depend on it.
Questions? Contact LWPTSA Council Co-VPs of Advocacy Zahra Eslami and Kameh Saman at Advocacy@LWPTSA.net.