McDermott takes the oath of office at the 2008 session opening day ceremony

OLYMPIA — Sen. Joe McDermott (D-Seattle) was sworn in today at the opening day ceremony for the 2008 short session.

In October, McDermott was appointed by the Metropolitan King County Council to the State Senate to replace Erik Poulsen who resigned earlier that month.

He represents the 34th District which is comprised of West Seattle, White Center, Burien, Vashon and Maury Islands.

McDermott began serving in the House of Representatives in January of 2001. During his four terms with the House, his legislative priorities included: education, elections and public disclosures, the environment and civil rights issues.

“I bring my passions and interests for students and the unique needs of the 34th District with me as my first session in the Senate begins,” said McDermott.

Currently McDermott serves on the following Senate Committees:

• Early Learning & K-12 Education
• Government Operations & Elections
• Judiciary

Involvement in these committees allows him to focus on his priorities this session which are eliminating the co pay for school lunches in grades 4-12, expanding domestic partnership rights and protecting the Puget Sound and Maury Island.

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