As the Washington Legislature entered the early hours of the 30th day of the first special session of 2010, Representative Lynn Kessler, the House Majority Leader, announced that she would not run again for her House seat this fall.

Representative Kessler ends her legislative career after 18 years of service to the citizens of Washington. She has been a strong advocate for women’s rights and access to an open and transparent government.

She will be greatly missed for her leadership, strength, and kindness.