Representative of the Year

Representative Hans Dunshee (D-44, Snohomish) is our 2006 Representative of the Year. While Representative Dunshee was instrumental in helping pass the Renewable Fuels legislation this year, and securing funds to implement the bill, he wins the award primarily for all his efforts behind the scenes.

As one of the most dedicated environmentalists in the Legislature, Representative Dunshee helps sharpen the environmental community’s effectiveness in Olympia. He helps improve our communication with key swing votes, and he uses his own political capital to help keep environmental issues near the top of the agenda for the House Democratic Caucus. Perhaps most importantly, he’s helped us develop and expand our list of environmental champions.