LEGISLATIVE ACTION
Legislative activity is currently between major cycles.
Most opportunities for participation occur during
legislative sessions and election seasons.
This page changes based on what legislative
season we’re in.
Legislative Session
Typically January – April
Track legislation that affects public employees
Sign in on bills to show support or opposition
Provide testimony at committee hearings
Attend hearings and stay informed
Election Season
During election years
Candidate interviews
Endorsement discussions
Meet and connect with candidates
PAC discussions and participation
RECENT LEGISLATIVE NEWS
- Legislative Update
- Help shape WPEA's 2026 political endorsements. Join candidate interviews and make sure public employees have a voice in this election.
Read more
- Legislative Update
- Join regional leaders for a legislative wrap-up and hear how this session's decisions will affect workers, employers, and our communities.
Read more
- Legislative Update
- Help shape WPEA's political endorsements. Join the Political Action Committee and connect with candidates before the next election.
Read more
Political Action Committee
The Political Action Committee (PAC) helps connect members With candidates and elected officials.
During election years, PAC participants help conduct candidate interviews and discuss endorsements.
Participation is open to interested members.
LEGISLATIVE
SESSION IS ACTIVE
WPEA is currently monitoring legislation affecting
public employees across Washington State.
Review the bills we’re tracking, learn how they
impact workers, and find opportunities to take action.
LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
RECENT LEGISLATIVE NEWS
- Legislative Update
- Help shape WPEA's 2026 political endorsements. Join candidate interviews and make sure public employees have a voice in this election.
Read more
- Legislative Update
- Join regional leaders for a legislative wrap-up and hear how this session's decisions will affect workers, employers, and our communities.
Read more
- Legislative Update
- Help shape WPEA's political endorsements. Join the Political Action Committee and connect with candidates before the next election.
Read more
ELECTION SEASON
IS ACTIVE
WPEA’s Political Action Committee is currently
interviewing candidates, discussing endorsements,
and connecting public employees with elected officials.
2026 ELECTION SEASON · IN PROGRESS
POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE
The PAC serves to connect members and candidates, not to operate large political campaigns.
What the PAC Does
The PAC inserts WPEA members into the political process by connecting with legislators, interviewing candidates, forming endorsement recommendations, and supporting pro-labor legislation.
How Endorsements Work
After interviews and member input, endorsement recommendations are discussed and decided on by the PAC participants. Endorsed candidates share our values and support public employees.
How Interviews Are Conducted
Candidates are invited to discuss issues important to public employees. Interviews are nonpartisan and focused on candidate priorities. Candidates are nominated by WPEA members, PAC participants, and staff.
Why Member Participation Matters
Member stories help build relationships with elected officials and shape their understanding of the world around them. Personal conversations matter because they influence how people understand issues and make decisions.
UPCOMING CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS
CURRENT ENDORSEMENTS
RECENT LEGISLATIVE NEWS
- Legislative Update
- Help shape WPEA's 2026 political endorsements. Join candidate interviews and make sure public employees have a voice in this election.
Read more
- Legislative Update
- Join regional leaders for a legislative wrap-up and hear how this session's decisions will affect workers, employers, and our communities.
Read more
- Legislative Update
- Help shape WPEA's political endorsements. Join the Political Action Committee and connect with candidates before the next election.
Read more