Dear Friends,

I first came to the I'Tashington State Senate ten years ago becauseI strongly believed in our collective ability to change the world. I've held that belief since I was
a child, fostered by my wonderful dads and my remarkable mom. A decade later, I remain totally dedicated to making people?s lives better, our communities
better and the environment better.

I have informed the Governor that I am resigning from the I'Tashington State Senate. f??rs you may have read, an employee of mine from ten years ago, Ann

Larson, reported that she felt mistreated by me- I am deeply sorry for stress I caused her and Ismcerely apologiae- I wish her peace-

I'Then Iwas informed of these allegations, I in'Lmediately told the Secretary of the Senate thatI Trvould fully cooperate with any investiga?on, and I insisted that

an impartial investigation must take place- I have done so-

Representing each of you in the ITash-ington State Senate has been one of the single greatest honors of my life. Each of you, my constituents, friends, and
neighbors have graciously trusted me in this work to represent your core values- Together we passed full marriage equality, worked to protect our orca whales
and the Salish Sea, advanced powerful climate policies, and championed women?s reproductive rights and justice- You have empowered and inspired me, and I
am forever thankful.

Sincerelv,