Female lice lay six to seven eggs (nits) per day and may lay a total of 50 to 100 eggs during their life which may last up to 40 days. Adults can only survive one to two days without a blood meal. The nymphs and adults all have piercing-sucking mouthparts which pierce the skin for a blood meal.
The Legislative Process. Every year the Legislature meets to engage in the process of public decision making. The objective is to reach consensus on a wide range of issues affecting every citizen and the future prosperity of Washington State. The process involves cooperation to make critical decisions in everyone's best interests.
State Political Reforms. 1  Initiative is a method in which voters can initiate or propose state laws. If enough people sign a petition, the proposed laws can be voted on by state legislatures or directly by the people through a popular vote.