Why it matters & Rebecca’s leadership

Access to health care — including reproductive, mental, and gender-affirming care — is fundamental to dignity and freedom. Rebecca has been a steadfast leader in protecting and expanding health care access, especially when federal actions have threatened people’s autonomy and safety.

Key accomplishments

• Helped pass Washington’s strong shield laws protecting abortion and gender-affirming care providers and patients from being sued or prosecuted for delivering care.
  

• Championed protections for health data privacy to prevent harassment or prosecution.

• Supported codifying Affordable Care Act protections into state law.

• Advanced policies ending discrimination in reproductive and sexual health services.

• Supporting culturally impactful health care by expanding access to dental

Looking ahead on King County Council

On the County Council, Rebecca will strengthen public health systems, protect providers and patients, and ensure King County remains a place where everyone can access care regardless of income, gender identity, or immigration status.