AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPublic Safety: A suspicious package at Rep. Pramila Jayapal’s Seattle office prompted an evacuation and hazmat response; officials later deemed the building safe. A separate white-powder letter addressed to Washington’s Elections Office was intercepted. Wildfire Conditions: Dry, warm October weather has revived the Garda Falls Fire near Mount Rainier, and forecasters see little soaking rain ahead. State Politics: A citizens’ panel froze Gov. Bob Ferguson’s salary for two years, citing tight state finances and the lack of across-the-board raises for state workers. Schools and Sports: Washington voters are weighing Initiative 638, which would require health-care provider documentation of biological sex for girls’ school sports; supporters and opponents have raised nearly $10 million. Separately, the Everett School District must apologize and pay $275,000 in legal fees after a settlement over policies requiring students to hide Bibles. Road Work: Night lane closures on SR 512, SR 167 and North Meridian Avenue in Puyallup begin Monday as part of the SR 167 Completion Project.
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