WSPHA Policy and Advocacy
We bring together the voices of public health supporters in Olympia.
Along with our partners in the Public Health Roundtable, WSPHA champions programs and resources that support the public’s health. We promote science-based solutions to health issues and advocate for adequate resources to guarantee the stability of our public health system. Policy priorities include funding for foundational public health services and eliminating health inequities.
2023 Session
2023 Legislative Priorities
Decriminalize Youth Possession/Use/Purchase of commercial tobacco and vaping 1-pager
Products Containing THC - Protecting Public Safety (WSPHA 1-Pager)
2022 Session
2022 Legislative Priorities
SB 5129 One-Pager
Decriminalizing Commercial Tobacco: Addressing Systemic Racism in the Enforcement of Commercial Tobacco Control
SB 5129 Webinar 1/10/2022: Promoting Equity, Youth Purchase, Use, and Possession Laws for Vapor Products & Commercial Tobacco, WSPHA MPH Intern, Samantha Goins
SB 5129 Slides: Promoting Equity, Youth Purchase, Use, and Possession Laws for Vapor Products & Commercial Tobacco, WSPHA MPH Intern, Samantha Goins
HB 1668/SB 5547 One-Pager
HB 1676 One-Pager Vapor Tax Reform
HB 1684/SB 5587 Water Fluoridation One-Pager
The 2021 Legislative session saw multiple Public Health Wins thanks to the combined work of public health leaders and partners throughout Washington State.
Engage Your Legislator TOOLKIT
Advocate with us
- Join more than 100 public health professionals and supporters for our annual Public Health Legislative Education Day. Learn about important budget and policy issues and engage lawmakers in discussions about the value of public health.
- Advocate for key public health issues by contacting your legislators: finding your district, emailing [email protected], and calling the Legislative Hotline 1-800-562-2000.
- Take part in our policy track at our Annual Conference on current policy issues.
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