Rep. Julio Cortés

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During an election year, there are certain restrictions on my communications to prevent the use of public, state resourc...
05/04/2026

During an election year, there are certain restrictions on my communications to prevent the use of public, state resources for campaign purposes. One of these restrictions is a freeze on this Facebook account, meaning the page will not be updated beginning May 4, 2026, until after the general election in November. Per the Legislative Ethics Board, this page is unable to accept comments during this same time period. If you have questions or comments about legislative issues, please feel free to continue to contact me using the link below. Thank you!

https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/cortes/contact/

05/04/2026

Starting May 4, 2026, there will be a pause in my official updates due to Election Year Activity (EYA) restrictions, which were put in place to ensure no state resources are used for campaign purposes during election years. This means no e-newsletters or social media posts from my office until after the November election—but my work on your behalf continues. If you have questions or want to share your thoughts on legislative issues, please don’t hesitate to reach out via phone or email. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Here is my contact information: https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/cortes/contact/

Watch this short video for more on the EYA freeze:

I want to share the following resources that may be helpful to you or someone you know. Use your smart phone to scan the...
05/04/2026

I want to share the following resources that may be helpful to you or someone you know. Use your smart phone to scan the QR code or visit this link to access all of the resources below: https://bit.ly/4blWSbC

Rep. Mary Fosse and I sent our 2026 Session Report to the 38th District earlier this week—it should be arriving in your ...
05/04/2026

Rep. Mary Fosse and I sent our 2026 Session Report to the 38th District earlier this week—it should be arriving in your mailbox any day now. If you don’t receive it or wish to read it online, it has been uploaded to my legislative website here:https://housedemocrats.wa.gov/tmp/sites/77/2026/05/47142_38LD-Session-Report_20216-WEB-Version.pdf

Es importante que todos estemos al tanto de nuestros derechos en caso de encontrarnos con agentes de inmigración civil e...
05/03/2026

Es importante que todos estemos al tanto de nuestros derechos en caso de encontrarnos con agentes de inmigración civil en algún momento en el estado de Washington, independientemente de su estatus migratorio. Siga este enlace para toda la información: https://bit.ly/AGKYRICE.

Además: Si usted o un ser querido es afrontado por ICE, o si presencia alguna actividad sospechosa de ICE, puede llamar al número de teléfono estatal de respuesta rápida 1-844-724-3737 para reportar el incidente. Esta línea directa es operada por la Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network y fue creada en 2017. Este recurso ha recibido financiamiento estatal desde 2020.

Por favor, comparta esta información con cualquier persona a quien le pueda ser útil.

It is important we are all aware of our rights should we encounter civil immigration enforcement at some point in Washin...
05/03/2026

It is important we are all aware of our rights should we encounter civil immigration enforcement at some point in Washington state, regardless of your immigration status. Follow this link to view the full resource: https://bit.ly/AGKYRICE.

Also: If you or a loved one is confronted by ICE, or witnesses suspected ICE activity, you can call the statewide rapid-response phone number 1-844-724-3737 to report the encounter. This hotline is operated by the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network and was created in 2017. This resource has received state funding since 2020.

Please do share this with anyone who may benefit.

Senate Bill 5944, companion to my HB 2109, to strengthen language access services has been signed into law! This measure...
05/03/2026

Senate Bill 5944, companion to my HB 2109, to strengthen language access services has been signed into law! This measure strengthens language access by allowing interpreters and translators to collectively bargain for fair compensation as well as working conditions. This is an important step forward to ensure this essential workforce is retained so our communities have access to the information they need in a language they can fully understand.

My bill concerning utility connection charge waivers has been signed into law! House Bill 1302 will soon lower barriers ...
05/03/2026

My bill concerning utility connection charge waivers has been signed into law! House Bill 1302 will soon lower barriers for community development by giving local governments the option to waive upfront utility connection fees. This helps to reduce costs and support development that directly benefits our local communities!

Were you or someone you know impacted by the December flooding event? If the answer is yes, here are a few resources tha...
05/03/2026

Were you or someone you know impacted by the December flooding event? If the answer is yes, here are a few resources that may be useful.

First, ICYMI the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved nearly $21 million in federal aid to support flood mitigation efforts in Washington and Oregon. If you sustained losses from the December flooding event, you can apply for FEMA disaster assistance by clicking on the red “APPLY NOW” button here: https://www.disasterassistance.gov/

Next, consider taking a few minutes to review the information and resources listed on http://floodrecovery.wa.gov/. This is the official state website for flood recovery and assistance.

Finally, the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions has a list of financial resources that may be useful to you or a loved one here: https://dfi.wa.gov/flood-resources

Last year, the Legislature passed House Bill 1217, the rent stabilization law. This measure amended both the Residential...
05/03/2026

Last year, the Legislature passed House Bill 1217, the rent stabilization law. This measure amended both the Residential Landlord Tenant Act and the Manufactured/Mobile Home Landlord Tenant Act providing additional tenant protections, including limiting how much a landlord can increase a tenant’s rent over a 12-month period. This change provides much needed predictability for renters at a time when the cost of living is high for many of us.

For those who may have missed it, the Washington State Attorney General has a great consumer alert “know your rights” FAQ document. Below is a partial screenshot. To view the full resource, visit: https://bit.ly/48prF6B

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