Washington Legislature
WA bill would force REI co-op to reserve board seats for workers
Some Democrats in Olympia think employees should have more representation on REI’s board of directors. House Bill 1635, sponsored
Nate Sanford
Nate Sanford is a reporter for Cascade PBS and KNKX. A Murrow news fellow, he covers policy and political power dynamics with an emphasis on the issues facing young adults in Washington.
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Burien minimum wage initiative leading in early ballot count
Some workers in Burien might soon see their paychecks increase. Measure 1, a citizen initiative to expand Burien’s minimum
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Burien voters could expand new $21.10 minimum wage to more workers
The new law took effect last month, but Measure 1, if passed, would reduce exceptions for smaller businesses and carveouts for tips and benefits.
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A labor-backed Seattle activist fights for an REI co-op board seat
Shemona Moreno nominated herself with support from unionized employees. She and the retail company dispute whether she missed a crucial deadline.
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King County passes ‘Youth Bill of Rights’
A “Youth Bill of Rights” adopted by the King County Council this month doesn’t require any action from elected