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This resolution honors immigrants in Washington state by recognizing their significant contributions to the state's economic, cultural, and social fabric. The resolution highlights that 15.3% of the state's population is foreign-born, with an additional 8.8% having at least one immigrant parent, and that the state boasts 163 different languages. It emphasizes immigrants' economic impact, noting that they account for 21.5% of self-employed residents, generate three billion dollars in business income, comprise 19% of the labor force, and make up 30.6% of STEM workers and 17.3% of nurses. The resolution also underscores immigrants' crucial role in key industries like agriculture, where over half of the state's agricultural, fishing, hunting, and forestry work is performed by immigrant workers. Furthermore, it celebrates immigrants as neighbors, friends, and Washingtonians who contribute new ideas, expertise, customs, food, and art while paying state and local taxes. The resolution ultimately affirms that immigrants are an integral part of Washington's diverse and thriving communities, making extensive contributions that benefit all residents.

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=8614&Year=2025&Initiative=false