Legislation
we push a grassroots agenda and combat the efforts of corporate lobbyists against our communities.
The legislature is elected by the people and should represent their interests, but they are often motivated by corporate donors and thus influenced by their interests instead. But WashingtonCAN will not let this corruption of our democracy slide. In the off-session, our base is engaging with legislators to build relationships and maintain that their accountability is with the people. The sessions are short, and the work is done year-round.
2026 Session in underway: Connect with an organizer to take action today!
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2026 Session in underway: Connect with an organizer to take action today! 〰️
our Agenda
WashingtonCAN has decades of experience pushing a Legislative agenda centered on human rights and socioeconomic justice in Olympia driven by our community and grassroots membership. Our approach to accomplishing our goals in the legislature includes the leadership of our Political Director & Lobbyist, followed by a strong base of grassroots activists. In 2025, we won a major step forward with the expansion of the Clemency & Pardons Board—proof that community power moves legislation. At the same time, key healthcare priorities stalled, leaving thousands without needed protections. Entering the 2026 session, WashingtonCAN is demanding broader, bipartisan commitments to safeguard our communities and deliver the structural changes this moment requires.
Grassroots lobbying
Our annual Lobby Day is a tradition engraved in the identity of WashingtonCAN enjoyed by members across the state. A day where our community can count on having their voices heard by people elected to positions of power and creating deep personal connection, sharing and hearing each other’s impact stories to generate real change in the legislature.
Legislative Action Updates
There are many ways to participate in legislation, some taking no more than a few minutes.
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Grassroots Achievements
2025
Passed HB 1131 Expanding the Clemency & Pardons Board in Washington State to include community representation and increase hearing capacity.
2024
In coalition with HCHR, successfully urged Legislators to balance House and Senate budgets in favor of funding immigrant healthcare.
2021
WashingtonCAN wins in coalition with HCHR to achieve a Permanent Universal Health Care Commission and Health Care Cost Transparency Board through legislation.