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There's also a discussion about needle exchange programs in Yakima and whether or not the programs should continue.

The new center will be located in the Broodmoor area.

Members of a group of local governments and organizations took turns speaking in favor of the measure Tuesday.

On Dec. 7, Sen. Hawkins told local legislators that this would be the last meeting he would be leading before heading to Olympia for the 2023 legislative session starting January.

The bipartisan bill is co-sponsor is 22nd District Democratic Sen. Sam Hunt, whose Olympia-based district is also considering an aquatic center.