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#WALeg is back for a busy week 4, and we're expecting a few chances to take action on our 2026 Growing Together priorities.

First quick action you can take- email your lawmakers to keep the STEP housing bill moving
Click here to email your reps- shorturl.at/mzAiS

It's Week 4 in the legislature, also known as "The Week of Wailing" (j/k I made that up. Kinda.) Any bills that do not advance out of their policy committees by Wednesday are dead for the year. Any bills that do not advance out of a fiscal committee by Monday, are also dead for the year. #waleg

Testing...testing... We're live!
Come over to the other platform with a blue logo, we'll be breaking down all the Middle Housing bills working their way through the 2026 legislative session
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WSDOT is in the midst of their Transportation Resilience Improvement Plan, and seeking YOUR feedback! 💭✏️

We want clean, well-connected transit that's built to withstand our changing climate and increasing extreme weather -- let them know your thoughts by January 30th
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Livestream: Middle Housing Policy Roundtable - Futurewise Right now in Olympia, WA lawmakers are considering a number of bills that can help Washington communities build more affordable housing, more quickly, in more

Next week we'll be live talking about middle housing in the 2026 #WALeg session. There are a number of actions the Legislature can take to make more housing types available in more places - tune in next Wednesday!

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Abundant Housing Options Near Opportunity - The States Forum Download this chapter The idea Across the United States, from big cities to growing suburbs to college, beach, and mountain towns, families and workers are struggling to find and keep homes they can a...

Alex Brennan of @futurewise.bsky.social &
@cityjane.bsky.social talk about the American housing nightmare and how states can step in to define best practice regulation that increases supply and brings down costs. 
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One of these wonky bills is HB 2228- to "legalize scissor stairs as a type of egress allowed in multifamily construction."
What on earth is a scissor stair 🤔
Basically it allows buildings to be more compact, while maintaining adequate egress (fire exits), and can lower initial building costs

2026: The Year the Washington Legislature Catches Its Breath on Housing » The Urbanist # With middle housing, transit-oriented development, and parking reform all checked off the list, the Washington legislature's 2026 session looks to be more sedate when it comes to housing. But there ...

After big wins on middle housing, transit-oriented development, rent stabilization and parking reform in the last few sessions, #WALeg is moving towards some more technical and targeted bills to help implement these big policies successfully, and we're ready 👏

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tomorrow night!
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First chance to Sign in PRO for one of our priority bills! It takes less than one minute to add your name by clicking below. Let's start strong 💪

First legislative hearing for one of our priorities!
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Our member organization @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social isn't just optimistic, they're putting in the work 🛠️

More homes for more neighbors in RI!

And just like that, the House has been called to order and the 2026 legislative session can begin! First order of the day is ceremonial activities. We just processed in, and now we do the role, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, the national anthem, and yes, a prayer. #waleg

Happy first day of session! We're back in Olympia for the next 60 days fighting for you, your neighborhood, and forests, farmlands, and waters.

What're you fighting for this session? Let's Grow 🌱 Together

Growing Together Join Futurewise's campaign Growing Together

Are you ready for another legislative session?!
If the answer is no, then come get ready with us!

Tuesday night, "Navigating Session" training at 6pm - RSVP to get the zoom link.
#WALeg
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It's time for our first monthly happy hour for 2026!

This month, the Complete Communities Coalition is collabing with @westseaurbanism.bsky.social to celebrate our historic housing wins from 2025! Stop by to grab a drink and continue fighting for housing justice!
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Last April, our legal team filed an appeal of the Kitsap County Comp Plan for failing to plan adequately on issues including affordable housing supply, protecting rural areas from sprawl, and more.

Thanks @theurbanist.org for covering the complex issues facing Kitsap!

Abundant Housing Options Near Opportunity - The States Forum Download the full paper The idea Across the United States, from big cities to growing suburbs to college, beach, and mountain towns, families and workers are struggling to find and keep homes they…

Felicity Maxwell at @texansforhousing.bsky.social and Alex Brennan at @futurewise.bsky.social show that statewide housing standards can work. ✨

Legalizing homes near transit and job centers doesn't just build housing; it connects people to opportunity and lowers the cost of living.

Happy new year, land use nerds 🤓
This posting is still accepting applications, send to your talented friends!

🚨 The final vote for Phase 1 of our Comp Plan is happening TODAY! Got some time on your lunch break to advocate for housing? We’re mobilizing at City Hall @ 12pm to fill the room with messages of affordable housing and connected communities- join us! shorturl.at/0rv1z

Landmark King County study of Lake Washington finds that cities can grow without harming water quality A study by King County scientists – recently published in a national scientific journal – found surprising improvements in Lake Washington’s water quality this century, even as the watershed’s populat...

Climate protections go hand in hand with a thriving, growing city. We love to see it-
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Happening tomorrow, 11am! Virtual briefing with the latest updates on Seattle's com plan, which Council will be voting on in one week (!) Hosted by @seattlechamber.bsky.social register free here-
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We're Hiring: Development Director - Futurewise Futurewise works throughout Washington state to encourage healthy, equitable and opportunity-rich communities, and to protect our most valuable farmlands,

The Futurewise team is hiring! Taking applications now for a nonprofit fundraiser who's got a love for Washington's land, waters, and communities. Bonus points if you're a bit of a land-use nerd.
Learn more about what it's like working with us, and how to apply: futurewise.org/were-hiring-...

Today we're sure your feed is full of amazing organizations (ours too!) But if you’re looking for one more reason to feel good today, we hope Futurewise will be your pick.

You can count on Futurewise to be your voice for responsible land use that supports thriving communities
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Mark your calendar for our last Comp Plan Happy Hour of the year!
Join us and @seattleyimby.bsky.social at Perihelion Brewery on December 10th for an “open mic” storytelling session, letter writing, and an update on the final comp plan vote.
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Lawmakers are gearing up for the next Legislative Session and so are we!
Join us on zoom to hear from our policy team about our priorities, and learn how you can get engaged - we need you with us!
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Not sure where to post your post-election energy? We've got you! We'll be at farmer's markets across the city to share the good word of ✨ housing density ✨
Seattle needs thousands of homes built, and we deserve a comprehensive plan that works for everyone.

Learn more and sign up! shorturl.at/E6BYo

Wilburton stands as a major achievement of inclusive housing growth resulting from the tireless advocacy efforts of HDC, our partners, and the entire Eastside Housing Roundtable. We can't wait to see this incredible work from our friends and partners at @bellwetherhousing.bsky.social.

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Phase One -- Almost Done!
Come hang out with us, learn about the Seattle Comp Plan, and help send a big 'thank you' to the City Council for passing important Comp Plan amendments.

📆 Next Tuesday, Oct 14th, 6pm!
📍Big Time Brewery
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