Health Equity for Pacific Islanders
On Wednesday, January 25, legislators will hold a public hearing on HB 1291, which improves health care access for Pacific Islanders from the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau.
Public Hearing Details
Wednesday, January 25, 1:30 p.m.
House Health Care & Wellness Committee
John L. O’Brien Building
Hearing Room A
View CAPAA’s legislative schedule.
Next Public Board Meeting
March 18, 2017
City of Lynnwood, Lynnwood City Hall
2017 Ethnic Legislative Reception
The State Commissions on African American Affairs, Asian Pacific American Affairs, and Hispanic Affairs, as well as the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs, invites you to the 2017 Ethnic Legislative Reception on February 7 in Olympia.
The event is an excellent opportunity for community members to meet the governor, state legislators, and appointed officials as well as board members and representatives from the state ethnic commissions and the Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs. RSVP for the reception.
2017 Legislative Priorities
The board members of CAPAA have approved the Commission’s priorities for the 2017 legislative session. Priorities include supporting legislation to close educational opportunity gaps, provide equitable access to healthcare, and supporting economic growth for API communities.
View CAPAA’s legislative priorities.
Upcoming Community Events & Opportunities
- Human Rights Commission Meeting (1/31)
- 2017 Ethnic Legislative Reception (2/7)
- APCC New Year Celebration (2/11)
- Race & Ethnicity Student Data Task Force Community Forum (3/1)
- Looking for employment opportunities? Our Jobs page is updated monthly.
For More Information
- Visit our website at www.capaa.wa.gov.
- Contact us at 360-725-5667.
- Email us at capaa@capaa.wa.gov.
