The measure was sponsored by Sen. Manka Dhingra (D-Redmond), the first Sikh American elected to a state legislature in American history, who spoke about how Sikh values have inspired her and many others to public service. “Every year, this resolution is a joyful opportunity for the Sikh communityRead More

“This cannot be something we take as normal," Democratic Sen. Manka Dhingra said during the vote. "We have to make sure that our election workers are protected, that people who participate and engage in our democracy have faith that the system works well and that we don’t have bad actors thatRead More

“Bystanders can help save lives with simple techniques — having these kits available and having staff trained in using them can make all the difference,” said the bill’s sponsor, Senator Manka Dhingra. “Requiring these kits in all schools means that all students will get the same level ofRead More

This gap in oversight left children in danger, said bill author Sen. Manka Dhingra, a Democrat representing Redmond. “There were several incidents of abuse at private boarding schools and inpatient residential treatment facilities in our state, and the Department of Children, Youth and FamiliesRead More

Dhingra, chair of the Senate Law & Justice Committee said, “I started working on behalf of survivors of gender-based violence while I was in college and have continued to advocate for victims my entire life. It is especially special to me to get an award named after Norm Maleng to continueRead More

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Gov. Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5599 into law Tuesday, which removes barriers to safe shelter for youths that seek gender-affirming or reproductive health care. The bill was sponsored by State Sen. Marko Liias (D), Sen. Claire Wilson (D), Sen. Manka Dhingra (D), Sen. Liz Lovelett (D), Sen. JoeRead More

Dhingra brings unique criminal prosecution expertise and proven legislative leadership– leading state initiatives to protect survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, pass stronger gun laws, safeguard reproductive rights, and improve … Continued

“No two countries run by women would ever go to war.” That recent judgment by Meta Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg may be open to debate, but we have seen clear evidence during the pandemic that when women assume political leadership, it leads to improved outcomes. That is one ofRead More

After two years on the frontlines of pandemic response, our health care system has taken a beating. Providers such as community health centers have felt serious impacts on their workforce and finances. While federal emergency funds helped keep clinic doors open, a booster was desperately needed.Read More