March 13, 2026
"Nurses rely on science and evidence to guide our decisions. We advocate for our patients, and we will continue to protect them from harmful policy decisions."
"Together we are unstoppable."
Washington State Legislature passes bill to restrict nursing titles to licensed human professionals.
In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more.
March 6, 2026
In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more:
February 28, 2026
February 20, 2026
If nurses want good policy created on our behalf, we must engage in the legislative process.
February 17, 2026
February 13, 2026
Safeguarding the title “nurse” in law will help affirm the distinction between licensed, human professionals and technology.
In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more
February 6, 2026
February 2, 2026
Contact your Representatives and Senators to demand Congressional action.
January 27, 2026
January 24, 2026
January 17, 2026
“At a time when our healthcare system faces profound challenges at both the state and national levels, it is essential that frontline voices—especially nurses—are present and heard in these spaces.”
January 15, 2026
The state agency overseeing Medicaid looks at 10 changes from sweeping federal law.
January 14, 2026
This article provides a high-level overview of the various coalitions, how they define universal healthcare, their goals and strategies, how they may partner with other coalitions, and where their work overlaps.
November 13, 2025
Starting Jan. 1, 2026, the law gives hospitals and employees more meal/rest break flexibility while still protecting workers’ rights.
Most of the WSNA PAC-endorsed candidates were headed to victory, and the statewide ballot measure to maximize financial returns for the long-term care trust has been approved by voters.
"Americans deserve dignity, opportunity and a life they can afford. And they deserve leaders who care about them enough to put politics aside and work toward solutions that improve their lives, not shatter them."
November 10, 2025
"Nurses are the backbone behind Seattle Children’s Hospital’s reputation. Your staff are essential in providing the best care for our region’s children. We encourage you to come to the negotiating table with responsive good faith proposals."
October 15, 2025
WSNA is focused on cultivating future leaders who want to run for office so we can put nurses back in the legislature. Three members recently did trainings, including one specifically for nurses.
August 15, 2025
New Washington law will allow striking or locked-out workers to collect up to six weeks of unemployment benefits starting Jan. 2026.
July 10, 2025
The House proposal would have dire consequences for Washington residents and our healthcare delivery system.
June 16, 2025
