Legislative Achievements

“Fight for Fifteen”

Minimum Wage Act

HB0166 — “Fight for Fifteen” Minimum Wage Act (2019, Primary Sponsor)
Phased in a $15 statewide minimum wage, lifting wages for working families and reducing economic precarity. “When you can’t afford rent, when you can’t afford food … these are real issues. We’re not saying it’s convenient. We’re saying it’s the right thing to do.” — Delegate Diana Fennell

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HB0815 — Cancer Screening & Health Insurance Equity

HB0815 — Cancer Screening & Health Insurance Equity (2023, Primary Sponsor)

Required insurers to cover key cancer diagnostics and expanded outreach for preventive screenings, aiming to close racial and economic disparities in health outcomes.
“Preventive medicine is where our focus should be. If we encourage and support people in getting these screenings done, we will see fewer deaths and healthier communities.” — Delegate Diana Fennell

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