Legislation

Phillips Unveils Legislation to Promote Green Economy in King County

More than 140 county residents gathered at a town hall hosted by Councilmember Phillips to discuss creating a "green" economy. At the meeting, Phillips unveiled legislation that commits King County government to continuing and expanding its efforts to create and support green-collar jobs.

Read and track this legislation: Motion 2008-0352 

Phillips Proposes Public Campaign Financing

King County voters would have the chance to decide whether to publicly finance campaigns for King County elected offices, under legislation introduced by Councilmember Phillips. Public campaign financing helps level the playing field in running for elected office, gives voters more choices, and decreases the influence of special interests. Read more.

Track this legislation: Ordinance 2008-0147 and Ordinance 2007-0430

The Metropolitan King County Council is the legislative branch of King County government. The Council adopts ordinances and motions, sets policy for the county, and holds approval authority for the county budget. The Council uses its committee structure to consider the legislation before it. Ordinances (laws) and motions (policy statements) are assigned to a Council committee for consideration, and then are recommended to the full Council for action.

Councilmembers also serve on many special boards and commissions that deal with issues that impact communities throughout King County and the Puget Sound region. These include the Sound Transit, the Growth Management Planning Council, and the Puget Sound Regional Council.