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June 2026

ANA and 9 nursing organizations sue federal government over loan limits

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ANA and 9 nursing organizations sue federal government over loan limits

The suit asks a federal court to block the rule excluding nursing from the “professional degree” list before it takes effect July 1.

Kadlec settles unfair labor practice charge

Kadlec settles unfair labor practice charge

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.

June 12, 2026

You didn't win, and now, I finally get to tell my story

You didn't win, and now, I finally get to tell my story

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

WSNA PAC interviews dozens of state candidates for endorsement in 2026

WSNA PAC interviews dozens of state candidates for endorsement in 2026

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

Lessons learned from the AI summit

Lessons learned from the AI summit

WSNA President Justin Gill was a panelist at the Northwest Summit to Reimagine AI in Nursing and Health Care (RAIN), held at the University of Washington on May 15. Here are his Top 5 takeaways.

June 11, 2026

Help us choose the best image

Help us choose the best image

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.

June 12, 2026

Small, rural hospitals must start reporting meal, rest break compliance July 1

Small, rural hospitals must start reporting meal, rest break compliance July 1

Civil penalties begin for large hospitals whose compliance rates fall below 80%.

June 12, 2026

Seattle Children’s loses appeal of $21M jury verdict in racial discrimination case

Seattle Children’s loses appeal of $21M jury verdict in racial discrimination case

The Washington appellate court upheld the jury award in Dr. Ben Danielson’s hostile work environment lawsuit.

June 12, 2026

WSNA endorses April Sims and Cherika Carter for the WA State Labor Council

WSNA endorses April Sims and Cherika Carter for the WA State Labor Council

Both Sims and Carter have demonstrated unwavering support for WSNA and our priorities.

June 12, 2026

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WSNA provides representation, education and resources that allow nurses to reach their full professional potential and focus on caring for patients. WSNA has represented nurses in our state since 1908, leveraging our collective voice to successfully advocate with employers, state agencies and the state Legislature for better working conditions, safe staffing, fair compensation and patient safety. For more than 110 years, WSNA has championed issues that support nurses, advance professional standards and improve the health of individuals and families in Washington.

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