The 2024 NASW-WA Policy Conference is scheduled for Monday, February 19, 2024, in Olympia. The live, in-person event will be at United Churches of Olympia located at 110 11th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98501
This year, we will offer an in-person opportunity to learn about the policy process in Washington and discuss NASW-WA's policy priorities for 2024. The Legislative Action Committee continues to work to create an educational and rewarding experience for social work professionals and students. Updated materials will be posted as they are available - so check our Action Center for updates!
Registration is now open for the in-person event! We need to know if you plan to join us for the event as space is limited. Register to save your spot today!
Click here to register! Please register by Friday, February 16th!
When you are on the registration page, there is a "resources" section. This includes the items below.
NASW-WA Legislative Priorities and Bill Tracking List
NOTE: Materials will be made available as they are developed and finalized by the Legislative Action Committee.
- 2024 NASW-WA Legislative Priorities
- NASW-WA List of Selected Bills by priority area (for 2023-2024 biennium)
Policy Briefs (coming soon)
Resources
- Understanding the Legislative Process
- Short Bill to Law Process from NASW-WA
- Bill Process Handout
- How to Access the Legislature
- Accessing the Legislature Remotely (video on how to identify your lawmakers, bills, contacting your legislators and legislative staff, and more)
- Washington State Guide to Effective Participation (including how to contact your legislator and set up an appointment to meet with them)
- Tracking a Bill (Bill Tracking Tutorial)
- Update your voter registration!
- TVW: Watch Live Legislative Proceedings and more
- Roster of all legislative members (House and Senate)
- Find my Legislative District
NASW-WA Membership and Events