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We’re thrilled to announce Whole Washington has been endorsed by IBEW Local 46! IBEW46 represents electrical workers and has operated in Washington for over 100 years! We are incredibly grateful for their support and are eager to partner with them to show how universal healthcare benefits all workers, including those who work in the skilled trades. Are you a member of a labor union? We want to work with you...Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 9/2/2025 Contact: press@wholewashington.org Press resources: www.wholewashington.org/press Seattle, WA – Seattle Mayoral candidate Katie Wilson has endorsed a statewide universal healthcare proposal for Washington in the form of The Washington Health Trust, a proposal written by the nonprofit Whole Washington which currently stands as the only universal healthcare bill (HB.1445/SB.5233) in the state legislature. Wilson’s endorsement comes with significant federal cuts to healthcare funding on the horizon via...Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8/20/2025 Contact: press@wholewashington.org Press resources: www.wholewashington.org/press Link to release: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xVgVKQxoHe12IL0XUaN13tL5QAPhpaH0vIrMlAfvrx8/edit?tab=t.0 New Appointments to Universal Health Care Commission Could Have Significant Impact on Progress Towards Universal Healthcare in Washington Olympia, WA – The Washington State Universal Healthcare Commission (UHCC) is undergoing changes to its personnel as terms expire and new members are appointed this summer. Just last month Representative Lisa Parshley was appointed by House leadership to fill the vacancy left by Marcus Riccelli with...Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 7/24/2025 Contact: andre@wholewashington.org – (206) 659-9826 Press resources: www.wholewashington.org/press This release: Statewide Universal Healthcare Resolution Passed Through Washington State Labor Council Statewide Universal Healthcare Resolution Passed Through Washington State Labor Council Vancouver, WA – The Washington State Labor Council (WSLC) has passed a resolution (2025.02 on page 23) in support of Washington pursuing a statewide universal healthcare system Thursday morning (7/24) at the 2025 Washington State Labor Convention in Vancouver Washington. The resolution was introduced...Continue reading
The unspeakably cruel legislation passed the US Senate yesterday. Millions are about to lose their Medicaid coverage. Our allies @healthcareforallwa sent out a critical action alert to guide us with info and ways to fight collectively TODAY.
  Why does Whole Washington exist? What do we need to achieve? What is our WHY? Experiences from a few of our volunteers tell us why this work is vital and incredibly urgent. Plus our Executive Director covers our wins and why we need your support! Keep Whole Washington Moving Forward
As we head into the Memorial Day Weekend, we want to pause for a moment of deep appreciation and gratitude. The Universal Healthcare Gala this past Saturday was a resounding success. We want to share our joy with some photos and an update on the Gala’s donations. Drumroll please…with your help, Whole Washington raised over… $21,000!! We’re Still in the Afterglow Stage! As the bids and pledges were tallied, Executive...Continue reading
Whole Washington has had historic success this legislative session with unprecedented wins for universal healthcare. Let’s celebrate and build our future! We hope you will join us for this milestone event! Universal Healthcare Gala – Saturday, May 17th, 2025 5 PM – 9 PM Mount Baker Community Club in Seattle The Year Thus Far 2025 has been a whirlwind, but nothing has stopped Whole Washington from making tangible progess toward our goals....
With a vote of 56 Yeas to 39 Nays, Washington State goes on record for Universal Healthcare! We’re thrilled to announce SJM 8004 PASSED! The Universal Healthcare Resolution passed the WA State House late Tuesday night. SJM8004 is largely symbolic–it doesn’t provide healthcare to anyone. However, we’re on the record now. Washington State wants and deserves Universal Healthcare, not insurance. Now we shift to passing comprehensive legislation that DOES offer...Continue reading
PRO Testimony at the SJM 8004 hearing was on fire. The argument against Universal Healthcare in all three CON testimonies was wildly out of touch. Watch the entire hearing on TVW. Testimony begins at approximately minute 42. House Health and Wellness Committee Public Hearing Video The Committee will vote on the resolution Wednesday, March 26th.