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The Washington State legislature has historically been considered a part time job. There's a short session one year and a long session the next year.
But realistically, it requires full time commitment year round. This means that only people who can already afford to live on a legislator's salary have been able to run.
I think making this an actual full time job with a full time salary is a good thing, and will hopefully get more people to consider running.