Skip to Content

WA House returns to mostly remote session amid COVID spike

KTVZ News Team

By RACHEL LA CORTE
Associated Press

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — In response to an increase of COVID-19 cases across the state, the Washington House is scaling back the number of people allowed in the chamber for the upcoming legislative session, with an updated plan requiring a majority of lawmakers to vote remotely, as they did last year. When the session starts Jan. 10, two lawmakers from each caucus and the presiding officer will be allowed on the floor, two more members than were allowed last year, but fewer than an original plan released in November anticipated. All must show proof of vaccination _ and the updated plan requires any lawmaker or staffer on the floor to also verify that they have received a booster. All lawmakers and staff who work onsite will need to be tested three days a week, with the House covering the cost.

Article Topic Follows: AP Washington

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KTVZ NewsChannel 21 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content