Legislative Update: Republicans release budget as session hits policy cut-off point
I hope this email update finds you safe and well. I know we are still living in tough times and facing difficult problems. I also want you to know that I am working hard to implement real solutions that will bring the most relief to everyone in Washington. Thank you...
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House passes Rep. Harris bill to help behavioral health care workers
The Washington State House of Representatives approved a bill Friday that would help behavioral health care workers renew their credentials during a state of emergency. House Bill 1063, sponsored by Rep. Paul Harris, would authorize the Secretary of Health to grant a waiver for additional credential renewals due to barriers...
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Rep. Harris bill to allow behavioral health credential renewals during declared emergencies passes out of committee
The House Health Care and Wellness Committee unanimously passed a bill from Rep. Paul Harris this week that would allow some behavioral health care workers to renew their credentials during a state of emergency. House Bill 1063 would authorize the Secretary of Health to grant a waiver for additional credential...
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As virtual session begins, I’m here to serve you
I’m delighted to reach out to you again now that election year restrictions have been lifted. I know many of you have a lot of questions for your state representatives, right now, as we wade through these uncertain and trying times. When we left Olympia in March of last year,...
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Pandemic forces Rep. Harris to take oath of office from Vancouver home
Rep. Paul Harris officially took the oath of office, Friday, to begin serving his sixth term as a member of the state House of Representatives from the 17th District. Harris, R-Vancouver, was sworn in by Washington State Supreme Court Justice Debra Stephens in his home via Zoom. “I never imagined I would...
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Harris re-elected to House Republican leadership role
Rep. Paul Harris will continue to serve in his leadership position in the Washington State House Republican Caucus in 2021. In a virtual vote Harris, R-Vancouver, was re-elected by his colleagues today, to be the Caucus Chair. “I’m grateful to my fellow Republican Caucus members for supporting me in this...
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It is getting better every day!
I hope this letter finds you healthy and well. I know these are trying times and that so many of you are hurting from the effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. I also know words can only do so much under these difficult circumstances. My heart goes out to all...
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Rep. Harris shares 2020 session newsletter and coronavirus update with constituents
Rep. Paul Harris discusses the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, including valuable testing information and helpful resources, and highlights important details of the supplemental operating budget in this recap of the 2020 legislative session.
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Rep. Harris’ charter school bill signed into law
Charter schools in Washington scored a victory yesterday, as Gov. Jay Inslee signed into law Rep. Paul Harris’ bill that will enhance administration capabilities at state charter schools. House Bill 2853 will promote the efficient administration of the Washington State Charter School Commission, by allowing the commission to hire an...
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