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Letter: Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted for the SAVE Act last time it came up before the U.S. House
Opinion

Letter: Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted for the SAVE Act last time it came up before the U.S. House

The League of Women Voters of Clark County urges residents to oppose the SAVE Act, arguing it would impose restrictive voter ID requirements and hinder access to the ballot.

Feb 13, 2025

Dems push to repeal WA’s cap on property tax hikes encounters stiff resistance
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Dems push to repeal WA’s cap on property tax hikes encounters stiff resistance

A proposed Washington state bill seeks to raise the property tax cap from 1% to 3%, sparking strong opposition from Republicans and taxpayers.

Feb 13, 2025

Bill seeks to reverse poor student academic performance in Washington state
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Bill seeks to reverse poor student academic performance in Washington state

A new Washington state bill aims to improve student performance by funding academic recovery programs and early interventions.

Feb 13, 2025

Rep. Kevin Waters bill to assist breweries with food service receives committee approval
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Rep. Kevin Waters bill to assist breweries with food service receives committee approval

A bill from Rep. Kevin Waters that would allow breweries to subcontract food service has passed committee approval, with two other bills also moving forward in the legislative process.

Feb 12, 2025

Rep. John Ley reaches plea agreement
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Rep. John Ley reaches plea agreement

Rep. John Ley pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor voter violations, receiving a suspended sentence and probation after facing felony charges over his 2022 election registration.

Feb 11, 2025

Rep. John Ley issues statement after Marie Gluesenkamp Perez invites the USDOT Secretary to discuss the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project
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Rep. John Ley issues statement after Marie Gluesenkamp Perez invites the USDOT Secretary to discuss the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project

Rep. John Ley criticizes the I-5 Bridge project, arguing it prioritizes transit over reducing congestion and saving time.

Feb 10, 2025

Washington bill protecting new student ‘identities’ clears committee
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Washington bill protecting new student ‘identities’ clears committee

A Washington bill expanding protected classes in public schools, including gender identity and immigration status, moves forward despite concerns.

Feb 10, 2025

Rep. John Ley introduces bill to save Washington transportation up to $500 million
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Rep. John Ley introduces bill to save Washington transportation up to $500 million

Rep. John Ley introduces House Bill 1869 to block Washington from funding out-of-state transportation projects, potentially saving up to $500 million.

Feb 6, 2025

Trump’s order provides opening in quest to change the culture
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Trump’s order provides opening in quest to change the culture

On National Girls and Women in Sports Day, President Trump signs the No Men in Women’s Sports executive order, reinforcing Title IX protections.

Feb 6, 2025

Opinion: Washington state is in a race to the bottom in health care
Opinion

Opinion: Washington state is in a race to the bottom in health care

Elizabeth New (Hovde) warns that House Bill 1123 could increase insurance premiums and strain Washington’s hospital system.

Feb 6, 2025

Rep. David Stuebe bill to support backcountry search and rescue efforts receives public hearing
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Rep. David Stuebe bill to support backcountry search and rescue efforts receives public hearing

Rep. David Stuebe’s bill, House Bill 1625, proposes a grant program to support backcountry search and rescue efforts in Washington state.

Feb 6, 2025

Opinion: Medical debt bill: A dangerous gamble with unintended consequences
Opinion

Opinion: Medical debt bill: A dangerous gamble with unintended consequences

Elizabeth New critiques Senate Bill 5480, arguing that voiding medical debt in credit reporting could raise healthcare costs and encourage non-payment.

Feb 5, 2025

President Trump nominates Joe Kent to become director of National Counter Terrorism Center
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President Trump nominates Joe Kent to become director of National Counter Terrorism Center

President Trump has nominated Joe Kent to lead the National Counter Terrorism Center, citing his extensive military and intelligence experience.

Feb 4, 2025

Bipartisan bill would cap credit card interest at 10%
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Bipartisan bill would cap credit card interest at 10%

A bipartisan bill in Congress proposes capping credit card interest rates at 10%, aiming to provide financial relief for American consumers.

Feb 4, 2025

Chairman Jim Walsh re-elected to lead WAGOP
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Chairman Jim Walsh re-elected to lead WAGOP

Clark County Councilor Michelle Belkot elected vice chair On Friday (Jan. 31), Washington State Republican Party (WAGOP) Chairman and State Representative Jim Walsh (LD19) was re-elected chairman —…

Feb 3, 2025

Bill Republicans say would undo ‘parents’ bill of rights’ initiative moves forward
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Bill Republicans say would undo ‘parents’ bill of rights’ initiative moves forward

Republicans push back against House Bill 1296, arguing it weakens the parental rights initiative passed last year.

Feb 2, 2025

Rep. Kevin Waters introduces three bills including legislation that would benefit Washington lumber mills
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Rep. Kevin Waters introduces three bills including legislation that would benefit Washington lumber mills

Rep. Kevin Waters introduces three bills, including legislation supporting Washington lumber mills, septic engineers, and breweries.

Jan 31, 2025

WA lawmakers consider overhaul of local elections with ranked choice voting option
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WA lawmakers consider overhaul of local elections with ranked choice voting option

WA lawmakers debate HB 1448, a bill to set guidelines for ranked choice voting in local elections.

Jan 30, 2025