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8th District lawmakers to host town hall meeting in Kennewick on March 15

Sen. Matt Boehnke and Reps. April Connors and Stephanie Barnard

As the 2025 legislative session continues, Sen. Matt Boehnke and Reps. April Connors and Stephanie Barnard are inviting 8th District residents to a town hall meeting on Saturday, March 15, to discuss key issues, provide legislative updates, and hear directly from the community.

Meeting details:

What: 8th District Town Hall with Sen. Matt Boehnke, Rep. April Connors, and Rep. Stephanie Barnard
When: Saturday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce | 7130 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick, WA 99336
Registration: Required – click here to register.

“The numbers don’t lie—Washington is becoming an increasingly difficult place to live, work, and raise a family,” said Boehnke, R-Kennewick. “We have the third-highest gas prices in the nation, a housing market that’s out of reach for most families, and a growing crime problem that state leaders aren’t addressing. I’m looking forward to meeting with our constituents, hearing their stories, and bringing their concerns back to Olympia as we continue pushing for change.”

“I want to be as accessible and open as possible with the people I represent, which is why I always look forward to these town halls,” said Connors, R-Kennewick. “These meetings give us the opportunity to have honest, direct conversations about the challenges we’re facing and the solutions we need. Whether it’s affordability, public safety, or the future of our schools, no topic is off the table. I’m looking forward to a great turnout and hearing from our community.”

“Our community deserves lawmakers who are engaged, who listen, and who fight for real solutions that will fix Washington,” said Barnard, R-Pasco. “Too many families are struggling, and Olympia keeps making things worse. I encourage anyone with concerns or ideas to join us at this meeting and be part of the conversation so we can work together to make a positive difference for our district and state.”

The 105-day legislative session began January 13 and is scheduled to adjourn April 27.

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8th LD Legislators - Sen. Matt Boehnke, Rep. Stephannie Barnard, and Rep. April Connors, March 24, 2023.

Newsletter | Save the Date | March 15 | 8th Dist. Town Hall

On Saturday, March 15, your 8th District lawmakers will host an in-person Town Hall meeting in the Tri-Cities. I will join my seatmates, Representative Stephanie Barnard and Representative April Connors.

We invite you to join us. This is an excellent opportunity to hear from you on the essential things and give you a chance to spend time with your local state lawmakers.

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025

Time: 1o a.m. to noon

Location: Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce, 7130 W Grandridge Blvd Ste C, Kennewick, WA 99336

Legislative Latte Rescheduled – Update

We have rescheduled the Legislative Latte for Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Center.

Last Friday night I was caught up in a five-car pileup on Manastash Ridge on I-82 heading home to Kennewick. Thankfully no one was seriously injured. However, the incident caused me to miss both of my Legislative Latte events Saturday morning, which was a disappointment to those that arrived for the meeting. It was difficult for me to not attend and I appreciate the kindness and understanding that was exhibited by the dozens of constituents that showed up for both events.

Please mark your calendar and plan to join me on Friday, Jan.3, 2025, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the the Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Center, located at 7130 W. Grandridge Blvd., Kennewick.

If you would like to RSVP for the event, please send me an email at matt.boehnke@leg.wa.gov or call my assistant Virginia Hall at (360) 786-7614.

LEGISLATIVE LATTE WITH SEN. BOEHNKE

Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce

Tri-City Business Center

Bechtel Board Room

7130 W Grandridge Blvd

Kennewick, WA 99336