Peter’s Blog
Keep our forests working for us!
The Washington State House of Representatives recently held committee meeting prior to the start of the 2025 Legislative Session. During the House Capital Budget meeting, Rep. Abbarno had the opportunity to discuss the benefits of working forests with outgoing...
Reps. Peter Abbarno and Joe Schmick pre-file bills to fix shortcomings in WA Cares Program
Responding to growing frustration over the long-term care payroll tax program, Reps. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, and Joe Schmick, R-Colfax, have pre-filed two bills to provide fairness and flexibility for Washington workers and families. House Bill 1025...
Rep. Peter Abbarno pre-files bi-partisan bill to address veteran unemployment and workforce
Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, pre-filed legislation creating employer tax incentives for the support of veterans and military families. House Bill 1016 would create and expand a program that sunset in 2022. “Helping military families and local businesses...
Rep. Peter Abbarno pre-files legislation creating permanent funding solutions for rural fire districts
Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, introduced legislation that would create a permanent grant program to support the capital needs of rural fire districts and departments. House Bill 1001 was pre-filed ahead of the 2025 legislative session. “Pressure is put on...
Rep. Abbarno introduces legislation to support local fire districts
State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, has pre-filed legislation to establish a permanent state grant program for rural fire districts and departments. If passed, House Bill 1001 would create a grant program for districts to build, expand and improve facilities. The...
Rep. Abbarno tours Napavine schools; urges more state support
As he prepares for the upcoming legislative session, state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, says his fellow lawmakers should make additional investments in the state’s education system. It’s a need Abbarno saw firsthand during a recent tour of the Napavine School...
Rep. Abbarno pre-files legislation to protect coroners and medical examiners
State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, has pre-filed legislation to designate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as an occupational disease for county coroners and medical examiner personnel for workers’ compensation. According to Abbarno, similar disease...
Thank you, Southwest Washington!
Thank you to all the voters in Southwest Washington for supporting me and my family. It is an honor serving you in Olympia. The State of Washington faces some very complex challenges, and I am dedicated to working with you on solutions. We know that Washington's crime...
Rep. Peter Abbarno explains all the Initiatives on your ballot! [VIDEO]
Rep. Peter Abbarno joined Chad Taylor on KELA AM1470's 'Let's Talk About It' show to explain all the Initiatives on your ballot this year in the State of Washington. At the top of your ballot are the Initiatives: I-2066, I-2109, I-2117, and I-2124. The language is...
Re-Elect Rep. Peter Abbarno: For Stronger Families, Stronger Communities, and a Stronger Washington
Rep. Peter Abbarno is a tireless advocate for our communities in SW Washington. He is an attorney, business owner, but most importantly he is a husband and father. https://youtu.be/_SxNLWdyCl0?si=kzCwQLtrtw-GVwlZ
Rep. Peter Abbarno: Clark Vancouver TV Video Voter Guide
https://youtu.be/Ed20l-ZuNkU My name is Peter Abbarno. I am the current State Representative in the 20th legislative District, which includes Ridgefield, La Center, parts of Battle Ground, Hockinson, Yacolt and more. I am an attorney, business owner, but most...
Historic Election Year: Candidates, Initiatives, and Control of Legislative Chambers.
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce This year is a historic election where candidates, control of legislative chambers, and policy issues are all on the ballot. For the first time in Washington state’s history, voters will have the opportunity to vote on...