Why it matters & Rebecca’s leadership

Rebecca’s commitment to workers is rooted in decades as a labor organizer and union leader. In office, she has consistently partnered with labor to expand rights and protections.

Key accomplishments

• Organized with PCUN and SEIU Local 6 before holding office.

• Helped pass Paid Family & Medical Leave.

• Ended the farmworker overtime exemption.

• Sponsored and passed protections for striking workers.

• Prime sponsor of the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights.

• Expanded apprenticeship access and labor standards.

Looking ahead on King County Council

On the County Council, Rebecca will use procurement, contracting, and budget authority to set strong labor standards, support organizing, expand apprenticeships, and ensure public investments create good union jobs.