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Register for the 2026 A&NH/PI Legislative Day on February 5th in Olympia!
Join the Asian and Pacific Islander Coalition (APIC) for a day of advocacy in Olympia! On February 5th, hundreds of community members from around the state will head to Olympia for a day of meetings with our legislators to discuss issues of concern to the A&NH/PI community, including immigration justice, civil and human rights, voting rights, environmental justice, education, access to healthcare, community development, and more!
Registrants will be placed in lobby groups along with other participants in that region to meet with their legislators throughout the day. All registrants will receive lobby training and materials about APIC's legislative priorities. We will ensure you have everything you need to make your voice heard!
Save the Date for the Race Dialogue and AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration in 2026!
More details to come, so stay tuned! Our Race Dialogue will be held on March 28 and our May AANHPI Heritage Celebration will be on May 23. Check back soon for more details!
10/25 Navigating Change, Building Our Future
We had an energizing day of growth, connection, and inspiration! We heard from BIPoC leaders in a variety of sectors who shared their stories and best practices. Participants had time to build practical leadership skills, network with mentors, peers and allies, work on community projects, and explore advocacy and civic engagement opportunities.
Government Financial Resources
The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) has compiled financial and community resources for federal workers impacted by a federal government shutdown.
The Office of Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) has also compiled resources for Thurston and Pierce Counties. View all links below.
Health News Updates
1. Devastating impacts to Medicaid. Kaiser Family Foundation estimates Washington will lose at least $3 billion per year in federal Medicaid dollars each year for the next 10 years. 250,000 Washingtonians will lose Medicaid coverage & to be priced out of the state’s health care exchange. The bill has several provisions directly targeting refugees and other humanitarian entrants, with most groups cut off from Medicaid, Medicare, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Affordable Care Act access starting next year. Read more here. The graphic on the right showcases these statistics and how they will impact children in WA State.
2. All Washingtonians on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will see benefits reduced. 1 million Washingtonians who receive assistance from SNAP will see their benefits reduced under the bill and more than 130,000 Washingtonians could lose benefits.
3. Clean energy investments at risk. The bill passed out of Congress puts at least $8.7 billion in Washington’s clean energy investments at risk. The U.S. Climate Alliance estimates the bill’s removal of wind and solar energy tax credits will raise Washington households’ electricity costs by $115 per year by 2029.
The WA State Department of Health has a new website for accessing key information about the DOH's interactions with the federal government.
Washington Apple Health Expanding Coverage
Washington Apple Health has expanded coverage to Washingtonians (including undocumented individuals)!
🌐The application for the expanded coverage has closed, but you can still apply via https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/ for the opportunity to be randomly selected to enroll if space opens. Visit the website for more eligibility information or call the following phone numbers depending on your age:
If you are between 19-64 years old call 1-855-923-4633
If you are 65+ years old call 1-877-501-2233
Call or check their website for more information!
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