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Debate grows as states consider teacher strike bans
Lawmakers in several states are considering new laws affecting teacher strikes as debates grow over labor rights and disruptions to public education.
WA GOP lawmakers press schools chief on gender identity disclosure policies
Washington House Republicans are asking Superintendent Chris Reykdal to explain state guidance on gender identity disclosure following a recent U. S. Supreme Court ruling.
Passage of income tax bill more likely as Gov. Ferguson now says he will sign it
Gov. Bob Ferguson says he will sign a revised income tax proposal targeting earnings above $1 million if the Legislature approves the measure.
Opinion: Many important decisions looming as the 2026 session nears the end
Rep. John Ley outlines budget concerns, energy policy debates and several tax proposals as the 2026 legislative session approaches its final days.
Opinion: Study shows 2025’s record tax increases reduce Washington’s GDP growth and worker pay
Todd Myers writes that a new economic analysis projects Washington’s 2025 tax increases will slow GDP growth and reduce wages over the next several years.
WA Senate narrowly advances bill to reduce education spending by $176M through 2031
The Washington Senate passed a bill by a 25-24 vote that would reduce and delay some education funding to help address the state’s budget shortfall.
Legislation from Rep. David Stuebe to strengthen Medicaid support for emergency ambulance services moves closer to becoming law
A bill from Rep. David Stuebe updating Medicaid reimbursement for emergency ambulance services passed the Senate and now heads to the governor’s desk.
WA governor: Passage of income tax could slip to 2027
Gov. Bob Ferguson warned Washington lawmakers may need until 2027 to finalize a proposed tax on income above $1 million as negotiations continue over how to use the revenue.
Letter: The Missing Skamania Report – The prosecuting attorney is still sitting on it
Rob Anderson questions why an investigative report into potential County Charter and OPMA violations has not received an outside review after being declined by multiple offices.
Rep. David Stuebe sponsors high school student from Camas as House page
Discovery High School student Zoe Southard served as a page in the Washington State House after being sponsored by Rep. David Stuebe.
Opinion: Democrats side with Tehran while Trump defends America
Lars Larson argues Democrats are aligning with Iran while President Trump acts against what he calls a national security threat.
Unnecessary, unaffordable add-ons likely to spell doom for the I-5 Bridge replacement project
Three Southwest Washington legislators argue the Interstate Bridge Replacement’s rising costs and added features threaten its viability.
WA passes legislation requiring no-cost insurance for state recommended vaccines
House Bill 2242 shifts the trigger for no-cost vaccine insurance coverage in Washington from federal recommendations to the state Department of Health.
Opinion: WA House Finance Committee passes income tax bill
Ryan Frost argues that ESSB 6346, which would impose a 9. 9 percent income tax, advances to the House floor despite widespread opposition and ongoing budget growth.
POLL: Will lawmakers’ actions at Tuesday’s State of the Union Address impact your voting in the upcoming mid-term election?
Clark County Today’s latest poll asks voters whether lawmakers’ conduct during the State of the Union will influence their mid-term election decisions.
Letter: Endorsement of Eileen Quiring O’Brien by retired Major General Gary Medvigy
Retired Major General and former councilor Gary Medvigy outlines his reasons for endorsing Eileen Quiring O’Brien in the Clark County auditor race.
A bill giving AGO ‘enormous amount of power’ clears House committee
Senate Bill 5925 would expand the Washington Attorney General’s authority to issue civil investigative demands without a judicial warrant.
Clark County Council discusses resolution on unity
Clark County councilors debated a proposed unity resolution, with questions about redundancy, enforcement and community input before moving it forward.