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Olympia teen serves as
legislative page
Chris Weston, an
eighth-grader at George Washington Middle School in Olympia, served as a
page in the Washington House of Representatives Jan. 20-Feb. 4. Weston
was sponsored by Rep. Richard DeBolt, R-Chehalis.
As a page, Weston enjoyed
an inside look at the Legislature during a fast-paced week in the state
capital. His duties included delivering messages and documents to
lawmakers in their offices, committee meetings, and the House chamber
during floor sessions.
Besides legislators, pages
are the only other individuals allowed on the floor of the House
chamber, giving them a unique opportunity to interact with their state
representative, lawmakers from around the state, and the House
leadership.
The work day for pages begins at 7:45 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m., though
pages may be asked to work later if the House remains in session. Pages
attend a daily Legislative Page School, and also make time for their
regular homework.
Weston, 14, is the son of
Tammy and Jim Weston of Olympia.
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For more information, contact:
John Rothlin, Staff
Director - (360) 786-7254
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