Today we’re visiting with Rep. Joe Timmons from Bellingham, up in the 42nd district. Deputy speaker pro tem, good guy. Check it out.

Capitol Ideas: The Washington State House Democratic Caucus Podcast

Feb 11 2026 | 00:19:24

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Show Notes

It’s year four in the House for Rep. Joe Timmons, but today you’ll hear his first Capitol Ideas conversation. Besides representing his friends and neighbors up in the northwest corner of the state, Joe serves long hours with a gavel in his hand as deputy speaker pro tem of the House in Olympia. You’ll hear about that, and more, in today’s episode.

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