Local lawmakers to host town halls in Whatcom, Skagit Counties

State representatives and senators will provide updates and take questions from constituents.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Residents of Whatcom and Skagit counties in Washington will have the opportunity to hear from their local state lawmakers at upcoming town hall events. Representatives and senators from the 42nd and 40th legislative districts will be hosting the town halls on February 21st to give mid-session updates from Olympia, preview upcoming legislation, and answer questions from their constituents.

Why it matters

These town halls provide an important opportunity for community members to directly engage with their elected officials, learn about the legislative process, and voice their concerns. As the state legislature approaches the midpoint of the 2026 session, these events allow residents to stay informed and provide feedback to their representatives.

The details

The 42nd District town hall will feature Reps. Joe Timmons and Alicia Rule, as well as Sen. Sharon Shewmake, and will be held at Ferndale High School. The 40th District town hall will include Reps. Debra Lekanoff and Alex Ramel, and Sen. Liz Lovelett, and will take place at the Mount Vernon Commons. Both events are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 21st.

  • The 2026 Washington state legislative session is currently underway.
  • The town hall events are scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11 a.m.

The players

Joe Timmons

State Representative for Washington's 42nd Legislative District.

Alicia Rule

State Representative for Washington's 42nd Legislative District.

Sharon Shewmake

State Senator for Washington's 42nd Legislative District.

Debra Lekanoff

State Representative for Washington's 40th Legislative District.

Alex Ramel

State Representative for Washington's 40th Legislative District.

Liz Lovelett

State Senator for Washington's 40th Legislative District.

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The takeaway

These town hall events provide an important opportunity for residents of Whatcom and Skagit counties to engage directly with their state representatives and senators, learn about the legislative process, and voice their concerns as the 2026 session reaches its midpoint.