A bill sponsored by 12th District Sen. Brad Hawkins that would create a Washington apple license plate has received Senate approval. The Senate today voted 46-1 to approve Senate Bill 6032. It now goes to the House of Representatives for consideration. “This bill will allow vehicle owners to show their...

Sen. Brad Hawkins hopes to honor our iconic Washington apples in 2020 by introducing legislation to create a Washington apple license plate. Hawkins is teaming up with the Washington Apple Commission and the Washington Apple Education Foundation on the bill, which now has 20 bipartisan co-sponsors. The legislation is Senate...

Sen. Brad Hawkins has been honored for his efforts to help students learn about agriculture. Hawkins, who serves the 12th District, received the 2019 Legislator of the Year Award from the Washington Association of Agricultural Educators. “I’m very honored to receive this award and really appreciate the Washington Association of Agricultural...

OLYMPIA… Sen. Brad Hawkins’ legislation to help Leavenworth respond to a boundary change for Washington’s apple maggot quarantine area received a unanimous vote today from the state Senate. Recent adjustments to the quarantine area created complications for the City of Leavenworth. Hawkins, who represents Leavenworth in the 12th Legislative District,...

Sen. Brad Hawkins was recently named the 2017 Legislative Champion by the Washington State Tree Fruit Association for his work supporting the tree fruit industry across the state. Hawkins represents the 12th Legislative District, which is renowned for its tree fruit production. He introduced legislation this past session to address...

Traveling our 12th District, orchards and fields are found as far as the eye can see. Tourists often enjoy a stop at fruit stands along the highways to pick up fresh fruit on their way home or vacation in our area specifically to visit local vineyards and wineries. For those...