21st District constituents can now receive electronic newsletters, updates

OLYMPIA – Although his legislative newsletters and stationery are printed on recycled paper, Sen. Paull Shin, D-Edmonds, wants to “go green” even more. To reduce household waste, Shin is offering his constituents an e-newsletter and periodic legislative updates.

“In addition to saving paper and reducing costs, electronic updates provide a faster constituent response to district and state issues. As chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee, I’m always emphasizing the importance of technology and the need for our students to stay technologically savvy. I should probably follow my own advice and practice what I preach,” Shin joked.

Because not everyone has access to a computer, Shin will continue sending a paper newsletter explaining his legislative priorities and session accomplishments. Those signing up for the e-service would also receive periodic legislative updates.

“I’m excited about starting this new service,” Shin said. “Most organizations already use this route to distribute information and are very successful. I think constituents respond to this format more positively because they choose to receive this. And the information is timelier.”

Constituents can opt in or out of the service at any time and would not be spammed with campaign material or fund-raising requests. Legislative ethics policies prohibit the use of legislative resources for campaign-related communications.

To sign up for the e-newsletter, click the red link on Shin’s Web page at http://www.sdc.wa.gov/shin.htm or contact legislative assistant Jim Freeburg at freeburg.jim@leg.wa.gov or 360-786-7640.

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