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Washington State Senate adopts resolution honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Summary
The Washington State Senate unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 8661 recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day after multiple senators spoke in support. The resolution passed by voice vote; a Girl Scout troop in the gallery was also recognized before adjournment.
The Washington State Senate adopted Senate Resolution 8661 recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day during its floor session. Sponsor Senator Nobles moved adoption and framed the resolution as a call to continued work for justice and equity.
Senator Nobles said, "Today, we pause not only to honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but to also reflect on what his legacy is asking of us now." Several colleagues echoed the sentiment: Senator Warnec…
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