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Initiative 645 would do far more than repeal Washington's Millionaires Tax. Its provisions also threaten paid leave, unemployment benefits, long-term care, education, and healthcare.
Aug. 14, 2026 • 4 minutes to read
Jessica Hauffe, WSNA director of government affairs, sat down with April Sims, president of the Washington State Labor Council, to discuss the impacts to working families if Initiative 645 passes.
Aug. 14, 2026 • 1 minute to read
A federal judge blocked the implementation of new Department of Education loan caps. MSN, DNP, and DNAP students can currently take out federal loans of up to $50,000 a year, or $200,000 in aggregate.
July 14, 2026 • 1 minute to read
LPNs can now join ANA, and WSNA helped pass resolution urging the ANA-PAC to strengthen member engagement and promote more visible nonpartisan candidate support.
July 14, 2026 • 4 minutes to read
The WSNA PAC endorses candidates for state office who prioritize nursing, patient safety, healthcare and labor issues.
I’m deeply grateful to every one of our members for all that you do. Even those who don’t think of yourselves as active members—you are WSNA.
July 13, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
Civil penalties begin for large hospitals whose compliance rates fall below 80%.
June 12, 2026 • 1 minute to read
The primary election is Aug. 4, and the general election is Nov. 3. An endorsement by nurses goes a long way with voters. Find out how your legislator voted on nursing issues and see the running list of WSNA PAC endorsements.
June 12, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
WSNA’s Director of Government Affairs Jessica Hauffe offers her look at the successes and big challenges ahead. Spoiler alert: 2027 could be rough.
April 14, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
"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."
March 13, 2026 • 1 minute to read
“I will stand behind you, in front of you, or carry you on my shoulders to help guide you and to help give you strength.“
March 13, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
"If there was ever a moment to get involved, it’s now."
March 13, 2026 • 4 minutes to read
"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 • 11 minutes to read
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:
Feb. 28, 2026 • 11 minutes to read
Turned away by the British establishment, Mary Seacole financed her own journey to Crimea and brought care, comfort, and medical skill directly to the battlefield, reshaping the story of who built modern nursing.
Feb. 28, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
Feb. 20, 2026 • 9 minutes to read
The award recognizes substantial contributions made by an individual man in nursing to the profession in the areas of practice, research, education, public policy, and/or community service.
Feb. 18, 2026 • 1 minute to read
Hall of Fame member Verna Hill was a pioneering public health nurse and civil rights advocate who broke racial barriers in nursing education and leadership.
Feb. 18, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
If nurses want good policy created on our behalf, we must engage in the legislative process.
Feb. 17, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
Feb. 13, 2026 • 10 minutes to read
Safeguarding the title “nurse” in law will help affirm the distinction between licensed, human professionals and technology.
Feb. 13, 2026 • 1 minute to read
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
Feb. 6, 2026 • 9 minutes to read
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