Hi @staterepjuliareed.bsky.social I'd like to respectfully ask that you not support HB 2321 which requires 3D printers to refuse to print files that match those in a government database. I understand this is for combating 3D printed guns which is a goal that I agree with, but I don't think this is the right way

The image below should explain why I'm uncomfortable with the idea of my 3D printer refusing to print files the government deems bad

#3DPrinting #WA #Seattle

Hi @staterepjuliareed.bsky.social I'd like to respectfully ask that you not support HB 2321 which requires 3D printers to refuse to print files that match those in a government database. I understand this is for combating 3D printed guns which is a goal that I agree with, but I don't think this is the right way

The image below should explain why I'm uncomfortable with the idea of my 3D printer refusing to print files the government deems bad

#3DPrinting #WA #Seattle

Hey Washington, there's a profoundly bad law making its way through the state level.

This law, will require ALL 3d printers to send copies of the files you print directly to the government to be check against a database of "banned shapes".

Literally turning your 3d printer into spyware. And if you don't voluntarily turn your printer into a spy, you will be a class C Felon.

This law affects ALL CNC machines, not just 3dps.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS-9ISzMhBM

#3dprinting #pnw #copyright #machining #WA

Louis' video points out tons of massive technical issues.

This part is key, depending on how the fw complies with the law it requires basically the fw to secure boot so you can't yeet it.

THEN it must phone home to the WA Govt for EVERY print.

So... imagine if the WA govt just sucks at running that interlock server?

Say its DDoS'd, out to lunch, version incompatibality, or even you don't have internet but have power and need a print?

TO BAD

https://youtu.be/kS-9ISzMhBM?t=250

#USPol #WA #PNW

If you're a WA local please call your reps TODAY!

You can contact your legislator free of charge by calling the Washington State Legislative Hotline at 1.800.562.6000

The operator will put you through to your elected official when you provide them with an address.

You will be able to communicate your displeasure (or pleasure) with their policy on a given issue. The member’s staff will take note of call volumes.

#calltoaction #pnw #wa

Louis' video points out tons of massive technical issues.

This part is key, depending on how the fw complies with the law it requires basically the fw to secure boot so you can't yeet it.

THEN it must phone home to the WA Govt for EVERY print.

So... imagine if the WA govt just sucks at running that interlock server?

Say its DDoS'd, out to lunch, version incompatibality, or even you don't have internet but have power and need a print?

TO BAD

https://youtu.be/kS-9ISzMhBM?t=250

#USPol #WA #PNW

Not only does this bill prevent you from modifying your machine this database of banned shapes is clearly the infrastructure needed to police EVERYTHING you print.

Oh that shape of a part for your car? Yea that's copyrighted and if you try to print it your in trouble!

Oh whats that, your medical device is over charging you for simple plastic parts? Go kick rocks!

You modded a printer and made your kid a toy, that's not copyright approved? You're a felon now!

#WA #PNW #privacy

If you're a WA local please call your reps TODAY!

You can contact your legislator free of charge by calling the Washington State Legislative Hotline at 1.800.562.6000

The operator will put you through to your elected official when you provide them with an address.

You will be able to communicate your displeasure (or pleasure) with their policy on a given issue. The member’s staff will take note of call volumes.

#calltoaction #pnw #wa

Hey Washington, there's a profoundly bad law making its way through the state level.

This law, will require ALL 3d printers to send copies of the files you print directly to the government to be check against a database of "banned shapes".

Literally turning your 3d printer into spyware. And if you don't voluntarily turn your printer into a spy, you will be a class C Felon.

This law affects ALL CNC machines, not just 3dps.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS-9ISzMhBM

#3dprinting #pnw #copyright #machining #WA

In WA state I'm hearing rumours that ICE did some door-to-door knocking the past two days throughout the state.

Of course Portland is still also dealing with the recent attempted murder of two of their residents.

Today the Luis David Nino-Moncada who was shot alongside his wife by border patrol last week was charged for daring to survive.

Many many Americans are seeing and feeling this surge.

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/01/12/border-patrol-shooting-portland-charges/

#WA #PNW #Portland #LuisDavidNinoMoncada

This is super cool, the Washington State Ferries posted this today on their various social accounts:

"The M/V Tacoma was recently taken out of service due to a stern tube seal issue. Thurs. (1/8), Global Diving installed an underwater habitat on the vessel. It was sealed to the hull & around the propulsion shaft. By pressurizing the habitat w/ air, crews removed water from the area.

This created a dry repair environment. It allows repairs to be made to the damaged seal w/o requiring the vessel to be dry-docked. Global Diving is working in coordination w/ our maintenance teams to complete repairs & return Tacoma to service as safely & quickly as possible."

Really clever. Wouldn't want to be the one working in there myself, but each to their own.

#wa #ferries #publictransport

This is super cool, the Washington State Ferries posted this today on their various social accounts:

"The M/V Tacoma was recently taken out of service due to a stern tube seal issue. Thurs. (1/8), Global Diving installed an underwater habitat on the vessel. It was sealed to the hull & around the propulsion shaft. By pressurizing the habitat w/ air, crews removed water from the area.

This created a dry repair environment. It allows repairs to be made to the damaged seal w/o requiring the vessel to be dry-docked. Global Diving is working in coordination w/ our maintenance teams to complete repairs & return Tacoma to service as safely & quickly as possible."

Really clever. Wouldn't want to be the one working in there myself, but each to their own.

#wa #ferries #publictransport

#wa #or #pnw #hiking

I've seen alerts for Eagle Creek and Silver Falls State park that trails are washed out due to landslides and blowdowns. Lots of forest roads in OR and WA are closed for the same reasons. If you're headed out for a wintry hike, do some research first and stay safe.