State Legislation - General Info

State Public Policy Priority Areas

     1.    Assist Washington districts gain expertise and more involvement in public policy areas.

     2.    Increase recognition of dietitians as the nutrition experts in Washington State

     3.    Monitor the Washington State Health Benefit Exchange  


State Public Policy Resources

Find various government offices at Access Washington.

Go to the Washington State Legislature web page to find out who your legislator is and to find nutrition and health related bills in both the House and the Senate.

You can find more about elected officials on the Secretary of State’s website.

State Medicaid Office

National Conference of State Legislatures

Washington State League of Women Voters

Washington Voter Information

Washington School Nutrition Association

Puget Sound Regional Food Policy Council

 

WSAND President

Washington State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Welcome to the 2025-2026 membership year! This year we plan to work at the state and district levels to increase opportunities for member engagement and collaboration, culminating with an in-person conference in Vancouver. Follow us on social media and watch for your monthly e-blast to stay informed and involved. We are excited to work for you and look forward to connecting with WA State Academy members this year.

Julie Larsen (2025-26 Washington State President)