2025 – News about Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda

Press releases 

April 16, 2025
King County launches new Human and Civil Rights Commission, application process now underway
“This is a pivotal moment for King County as we reaffirm our overdue commitment to protecting civil rights and fostering a more just and equitable community. By reestablishing the Human and Civil Rights Commission, we are ensuring that King County will have a dedicated body focused on advancing equity, holding institutions accountable, empowering our most vulnerable communities, and protecting residents from discrimination. This commission will be instrumental in ensuring that all county policies are rooted in fairness, inclusion, and human dignity for all our residents.”

April 1, 2025
Budget Director paints dire outlook with risk to hundreds of millions in federal funding to county services
“This onslaught of federal cuts has created a dire and evolving crisis that stands to impact every aspect of the programs and services provided by the County, and every community in our region. The County will stand strong in our values, stand with our communities who are under attack by the federal administration, and fight back against illegal attempts to pillage federal funding and policies. We will continue to daylight the impacts of these cuts on everyday residents across our region and do everything we can to shore up our communities in the face of this system devastation of our systems and safety net.” 

March 27, 2025
Nearly 70 local elected officials call on Legislature, Governor to pass new revenue measures
King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda joined 67 other elected officials this week in calling for the state Legislature and Governor to pass statewide progressive revenue measures and allow increased local authority over taxation.

March 20, 2025
Perspectives from the Flood Control District Board: Addressing Our Challenges Together – Part 3 of a 3 Part Series
“As a member of the King County Flood Control District (Flood Control District) Board of Supervisors, I am committed to advancing equity and environmental justice in flood risk reduction efforts. Many communities across King County—particularly historically underserved and underinvested areas with high populations of BIPOC and low-income residents—face disproportionate impacts from flooding and climate change. It is critical that our flood management strategies prioritize these communities, ensuring they receive the support and resources needed to stay safe and resilient...”