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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
At the state labor convention in Wenatchee, WSNA delegates helped advance a resolution to restore unions’ standing to represent their members in court and shaped debates over healthcare, immigration, and AI at work.
Aug. 14, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
King County's 11-step pay scale made a career in public health nursing hard to sustain, until nurses organized and held out to win a contract with 21-steps and much more.
Aug. 14, 2026 • 7 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
“I generally feel much more protected and safer in my nursing practice now that we are formally unionized with WSNA.”
The WSNA PAC endorses candidates for state office who prioritize nursing, patient safety, healthcare and labor issues.
Both Sims and Carter have demonstrated unwavering support for WSNA and our priorities.
June 12, 2026 • 2 minutes to read
The Washington appellate court upheld the jury award in Dr. Ben Danielson’s hostile work environment lawsuit.
Civil penalties begin for large hospitals whose compliance rates fall below 80%.
June 12, 2026 • 1 minute to read
Select your favorite photo from the informational picket at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup May 27. Nurses were advocating for safer staffing, stronger racial justice initiatives, and full-time union charge nurses.
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
Region 19 of the National Labor Relations Board accused Kadlec of violating federal labor law by interfering with nurses’ protected union rights and discriminating against employees because of union activity.
In fall 2023, I experienced the worst harassment I have ever experienced in my life. For approximately six months, I was targeted and harassed by my employer.
June 10, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
Outstanding leaders whose passion, courage, and commitment are making a difference across Washington were honored at WSNA’s Union Leadership Conference, held in Wenatchee April 26-28.
May 19, 2026 • 12 minutes to read
Nurses say MultiCare proposes to eliminate previously won staffing protections; use of phrase “colored nurses” sparks outrage
May 15, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
As director of operations and labor advisor at WSNA, Friesz has worked to help turn vision into action.
May 13, 2026 • 6 minutes to read
WSNA filed a charge of unfair labor practice and won. This win protects all employees in the health system, union represented or not.
April 14, 2026 • 2 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."
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