State Legislative Issues

2012 Legislative Session Issues

The bills and issues listed here affect sustainable food and farming systems in Washington State.

2011 Legislative Summary

A summary of the state legislative issues affecting sustainable food & farming systems that The Network tracked during the 2011 Legislative Session

WA Food System Report Released per Executive Order 10-2

On June 22, 2010 Governor Gregoire signed Executive Order 10-2 directing state agencies to collaborate with non-governmental organizations to strengthen the state’s food policies and programs and address other food-related issues.

Gov Executive Order 10-2

Executive Order 10-2 Food Policy Forum

GFCoalition EO news release

Good Food Coalition news release about Gov. signing Food Policy Forum Executive Order.

Gov signing Food Policy EO

Surrounded by Network Director, Ellen Gray, and Board Members, Paul Benz and Tim Crosby, and other members of the Good Food Coalition, Governor Gregoire signed Executive Order 10-2 which directs state agencies and stakeholders to work together to strengthen Washington's food system. Photo by Paul Haeder

Policy Issues to Address in 2011 Legislative Session

7 questions to help us identify needed 2011 program work.

WIC FMNP Endorsers April 14

WIC FMNP Endorsers APril 14

2011 Legislative Issues Tracking Sheet May 24

A list of issues as of May 24th The Network is tracking this legislative session.

Local Farms, Food and Jobs Bill

Federal Farm Bill Marker: Local Farms Food & Jobs Bill

PROTECT FMNP Endorsement Form

SIGN ON TO PROTECT Farmers Market Nutrition Programs for WIC and Seniors