Jessica Garcia discusses her thoughts during a signing ceremony for HB 2375. Oregon Gov. Kate Brown, front, signed the law in 2019. Photo / Courtesy
Jessica Garciaâs life changed forever six years ago when she was violently sexually assaulted in her own home. After surviving the attack, she quickly realized the worst of it wasnât over when she tried to go to the hospital.
What followed was an ordeal Garcia believes no one should have to endure. So, sheâs trying to change it. And she just might succeed.
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Garcia has already made big strides thanks to a partnership with State Rep. David Brock Smithâs office. In 2019, House Bill 2375 passed the legislature and was signed into law by Gov. Kate Smith. The law requires district attorneys and hospitals to have a plan to treat sexual assault survivors or a plan to quickly transfer them to a facility that does.
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BROOKINGS - Jessica Garciaâs life changed forever six years ago when she was violently sexually assaulted. After surviving the attack, she quickly realized the worst of it wasnât over when she tried to go to the hospital.
What followed was an ordeal Garcia believes no one should have to endure. So, sheâs trying to change it. And she just might succeed.
Garcia has already made big strides thanks to a partnership with State Rep. David Brock Smithâs office. In 2019, House Bill 2375 passed the legislature and was signed into law by Gov. Kate Brown. The law requires district attorneys and hospitals to have a plan to treat sexual assault survivors or a plan to quickly transfer them to a facility that does.
Our biannual reorganization will be held on January 13th at 7 pm. Elected PCOs will now turn to elect a Chair, 1st and 2nd Vice Chairs, two State Committeemembers, as well as King County Democrats Representatives and alternates. All members present will vote for a Treasurer and Secretary. This meeting will be led by representatives from the King County Democrats. The agenda for this meeting will be released when it is provided. The call for this meeting will be sent by the King County Democrats and will include the registration link.
Declared candidates for these roles are:
Chair – Carla Rogers
2nd Vice Chair – Jordan Crawley