Peter’s Blog
Washington State Nurses Association PAC Endorsement
Honored to receive the endorsement of the Washington State Nurses Association PAC. Nurses are on the front lines every day caring for patients and strengthening our communities. I appreciate the trust and support from healthcare professionals who understand the...
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
For years, state Rep. Peter Abbarno has proudly supported Special Olympics athletes and families throughout Lewis County and across Washington state. Whether participating in the Law Enforcement Torch Run, jumping into freezing water during the annual Polar Plunge,...
Rep. Peter Abbarno Tours Centralia College’s Mobile Training Lab at Tenino Middle School
TENINO, WA — State Rep. Peter Abbarno recently visited Centralia College’s Mobile Career and Technical Education (CTE) Training Lab during a stop at Tenino Middle School, highlighting the importance of hands-on learning opportunities and workforce development for...
Building Legacies Through Scholarships
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce In communities like Centralia and Chehalis, we understand something that can be easy to overlook: the most meaningful investments are not always measured in dollars. They are measured in lives changed, values carried...
Rep. Abbarno visits Centralia High School, highlights career-connected learning opportunities
In the Chronicle: Washington state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, recently spent the day at Centralia High School connecting with students and educators about career pathways, higher education and the growing need for professionals in education and early learning,...
Abbarno hostes Ridgefield Raptors Fundraiser
State Representative Peter Abbarno is hosting a "Night Out at the Ballpark" fundraiser at the Ridgefield Raptors Game on June 2nd. Only 50 tickets available. Only $250 to support the House Republicans in Clark County! Buy Your Tickets Today: Night at the Ballpark...
Accountability and opportunity — getting childcare right in Washington
In the Chronicle Recent childcare reports raise serious concerns about Washington state’s handling of funding, with the state auditor questioning millions of dollars in payments tied to federal support. While the findings may not point to widespread fraud, they do...
Governor Signs Capital Budget: Major Win for Clean Water in Centralia
I am very pleased to see Governor Bob Ferguson sign the 2026 Capital Budget SB 6003; delivering meaningful investments across Southwest Washington and throughout our state. This budget reflects a strong commitment to infrastructure, community priorities, and...
Moving the 20th District in the Transportation Budget
As part of the transportation budget, projects throughout the 20th Legislative District were funded, including major corridor investments, transit expansion, and economic development infrastructure. Here are some highlights! 🛣️ I-5 / Chamber Way Interchange...
Campaign Kickoff Breakfast
I hope you can join us at the Re-Election Kickoff Breakfast for Rep. Peter Abbarno and Rep. Ed Orcutt on April 21st at O'Blarney's at the Gibson House in Centralia at 7:30am. RSVP
Delivering for Southwest Washington
As Assistant Ranking Member on the House Capital Budget Committee and one of the budget writers, I am honored to have helped deliver meaningful investments to Southwest Washington—focusing on projects that strengthen communities, improve infrastructure, and support...
Income Tax: Promises Broken
"Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, delivered a floor speech outlining his opposition to Senate Bill 6346, which proposes a new millionaire income tax. He anchored his opposition in a simple principle: never make a promise you cannot keep. During his remarks, Abbarno...
