Agriculture & Water

Hawkins named “Champion of Agriculture” by Washington Farm Bureau
October 26, 2022
Sen. Brad Hawkins is being recognized for his efforts to support Washington agriculture. Hawkins, who serves the 12th District, has been named a 2022 Champion of Agriculture by the Washington Farm Bureau. In its email informing Hawkins of the award, the Farm Bureau wrote, “You have shown through your support and... Read More...
Senate passes Hawkins bill creating Washington apple license plate
February 13, 2020
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... Read More...
Hawkins sponsors Washington apple license plate bill
December 11, 2019
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... Read More...
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Hawkins receives award from agricultural educators
October 02, 2019
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... Read More...
Hawkins’ Leavenworth pilot project bill clears Senate
February 13, 2018
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,... Read More...