Sen. Bill Ramos, in memoriam.

Capitol Ideas: The Washington State House Democratic Caucus Podcast by HDCBroadcast@leg.wa.gov (Washington State House Democratic Caucus)

Apr 21, 202500:28:30Government & Organizations

Sen. Bill Ramos, who was Rep. Bill Ramos for six years before his election to the Senate last fall, died suddenly Saturday evening. Bill's voice being silenced is a loss for his 5th district, and for the people of Washin...

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