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Office of Government and Media Relations
Public Information Center

Mission Statement:
The Washington State Patrol makes a difference every day, enhancing the safety and security of our state by providing the best in public safety services.

Photo of Captain Fred Fakkema with MediaThe Office of Government and Media Relations (GMR) enables the WSP to exchange information with the media, government officials, agency employees, and the public.

This division serves two distinctive functions for the Office of the Chief. The Captain of the division serves as the legislative liaison, and is responsible for coordinating agency legislation with legislators, committees, and other state agencies. The liaison also reviews and seeks input from interested stakeholders on agency legislation and answers policy questions for legislative constituents.

This office also handles all statewide media relations for the agency. Personnel assigned to GMR provide assistance and training to the district Public Information Officers, who answer media inquiries dealing with agency policy, provide the media with resources, and publish agency media releases. If you are interested in stories relating to the Washington State Patrol, and would like to find ways to connect with the patrol, please contact the Public Information Officer in your area.

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