Kevin Waters
Kevin Waters
Legislative District 17

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Rep. Kevin Waters bipartisan bill to assist breweries with food service receives committee approval; two other Waters bills receive public hearings
On Tuesday, the House Consumer Protection and Business Committee unanimously passed a bipartisan bill from Rep. Kevin Waters that would allow alcohol producers, including breweries, to sub out their kitchen space to people with restaurant experience. In most cases, breweries that make and sell beer are not restauranteurs. Currently, a brewery must meet specific food... Read more » -
Rep. Kevin Waters discusses his new bill to help Washington lumber mills
Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, discusses House Bill 1726, which would significantly impact the Washington timber industry, especially lumber mills. Watch to learn more. -
Rep. Kevin Waters Joins KIHR to give an update on his legislation
Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, sits down with Mark Bailey of KIHR Radio to discuss a bill that would prioritize lumber and wood products from Washington state lumber mills for the purpose of public works projects, another bill that would add a septic engineer to the state board of wastewater engineers, and lastly legislation that would... Read more » -
I’m working on the issues that mean the most to you: Legislative update from Rep. Kevin Waters
We’re more than three weeks into the 2025 legislative session, and I’m excited to be back in Olympia working for you. It’s an honor to serve. Please continue reaching out to me to share your input as we all work together to make Washington better for everyone. Our state is facing many crises, and House... Read more » -
Rep. Kevin Waters introduces three bills including legislation that would benefit Washington lumber mills and a bill to assist breweries manage their food service
17th District legislator, Rep. Kevin Waters, has introduced several new bills in the 2025 session, including one that could significantly impact the Washington timber industry, especially lumber mills. House Bill 1726 would prioritize lumber and wood products from Washington state lumber mills for the purpose of public works projects. “This is a big deal to... Read more » -
Rep. Kevin Waters joins KIHR to discuss the 2025 legislative session
Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, joined Mark Bailey on KIHR to discuss his second term in the state Legislature, his new committee assignments and responsibilities, and his legislative plans for the 2025 session. Wash. House Republicans · 01-15-25 – RADIO: Rep. Kevin Waters joins KIHR to discuss the 2025 legislative session -
Legislative update from Rep. Kevin Waters: Working hard for the 17th District as session approaches
The 2025 legislative session begins next week, and I’m excited to return to Olympia and continue working for the people of the 17th District. It’s truly an honor to serve you. As we begin 2025, we face many important issues and priorities. 2025 Legislation I plan to sponsor several new policies in 2025. I will... Read more » -
Rep. Kevin Waters to serve as ranking member on House State Government and Tribal Relations Committee when 2025 session begins
Rep. Kevin Waters will begin the 2025 legislative session as the top Republican member of the House State Government and Tribal Relations Committee. This committee considers a wide range of issues relating to state government, including state agency structure, rulemaking, procurement standards, performance audits, state information technology, and public employment. “This is a new committee... Read more » -
Rep. Waters invites students to apply for the House Page Program in Olympia
Washington State Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, is encouraging students in the 17th Legislative District to apply for the Washington State House of Representatives Page Program. Pages earn $65 per day while serving in the program and can also earn up to 20 hours of community service. To become a page, applicants must have a legislative... Read more » -
Legislative update from Rep. Kevin Waters: Still working for you throughout the interim
The 2024 legislative session is now in the rearview mirror, and we are heading into an election year. That means I won’t be able to communicate using state resources for the next six-plus months. However, I wanted to say thank you one more time for putting your trust in me to serve you in the... Read more »