Join us for an engaging panel discussion previewing the upcoming legislative session in Olympia, featuring leaders from the Washington State Legislature.

Hear from House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-27th Legislative District) and Senate Republican Leader John Braun (R-20th Legislative District) as they discuss their parties' top priorities for the session and the potential impact on individuals and communities. Austin Jenkins, award-winning journalist at Pluribus News and veteran host of Inside Olympia on TVW, will moderate the discussion.

Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026
6:30–8 p.m.
University of Puget Sound
Schneebeck Concert Hall
1500 N. Warner St., Tacoma, WA 98416

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This event is free and open to the community, but tickets are required for entry.
Doors open at 6 p.m.
 

Agenda
6 p.m.        Doors Open
6:30 p.m.   Program
                        - Welcome by Isiaah Crawford, President, University of Puget Sound
                        - Opening Remarks by Tom Pierson, Interim CEO & President, The Tacoma Pierce County Chamber
                        - Introductions by Kristin Ang '00, Commissioner, Port of Tacoma Commission
                        - Moderated Panel Discussion
7:30 p.m.   Audience Q&A

Panelist Rep. Laurie Jinkins House Speaker D-27th Legislative District

Panelist Sen. John Braun Republican Leader R-20th Legislative District

Moderator Austin Jenkins Staff Writer at Pluribus News &  Host of Inside Olympia on TVW

Parking
On campus parking will be available in parking lots P4 and P13 located at N. Union Ave. & N. 14th St. Parking locations can be found on our campus map. 

Questions
For questions, please email events@pugetsound.edu. 

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