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Opinion: Rent Control is back – and this time it means it
Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center critiques House Bill 1217, arguing that rent control policies fail to address Washington’s housing crisis.
Caldier-McClintock bill seeks to eliminate sales tax on diapers and essential baby products
House Bill 1307, introduced by Reps. Michelle Caldier and Stephanie McClintock, seeks to eliminate the sales tax on diapers and essential baby products to ease financial burdens on families.
WA Republicans hope fifth time’s the charm for emergency powers reform bill
Washington Republicans push for emergency powers reform with House Bill 1221, seeking legislative oversight of state emergencies.
Rep. Stephanie McClintock files three bills to improve student success in Washington
Rep. Stephanie McClintock files bills targeting mobile device use, student transfers, and teen work hours to enhance education and student success in Washington.
Opinion: Prominent Democrats move to eliminate Electoral College
Vincent Cavaleri of the Silent Majority Foundation defends the Electoral College, emphasizing its role in preserving democracy and equal representation.
State Rep. David Stuebe sworn into Washington State House of Representatives, announces committee assignments
State Rep. David Stuebe of Washougal begins his first term in the Washington State House of Representatives, joining key committees to serve the 17th District.
Rep. John Ley sworn in as 18th District state representative, announces committee assignments
Rep. John Ley begins his first term representing the 18th District with key committee appointments in the Washington Legislature.
Incoming Gov. Ferguson describes taxes as a ‘last resort’ for WA budget deficit
Gov. -elect Bob Ferguson emphasizes reduced spending over new taxes to address Washington’s $4 billion budget shortfall.
Property tax relief bill proposed by WA lawmaker as majority considers increase
Rep. Mike Volz proposes a property tax relief bill to help seniors and disabled veterans facing rising costs.
Rep. Kevin Waters to serve as ranking member on House State Government
Rep. Kevin Waters will serve as the ranking Republican on the House State Government and Tribal Relations Committee for the 2025 session.
Republican rep offers bill to amend Washington’s ‘mature minor doctrine’
Rep. Jim Walsh proposes a bill to amend Washington’s mature minor doctrine, aiming to strengthen parental rights in healthcare decisions for minors.
Opinion: The taxation bait and switch
Nancy Churchill critiques proposed tax hikes by Washington Democrats, citing potential impacts on property owners and consumers.
Rep. Stephanie McClintock to serve as top Republican on Consumer Protection and Business Committee
Stephanie McClintock named top Republican on the Consumer Protection and Business Committee for the 2025 Washington state legislative session.
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Sworn Into the 119th Congress
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez takes oath for the 119th Congress, pledges bipartisan solutions for Southwest Washington.
WAGOP chair doesn’t think Dems are serious about Inslee’s proposed wealth tax
Washington GOP Chair Jim Walsh critiques Gov. Jay Inslee’s wealth tax plan, citing legal and economic concerns.
Republican proposes senior tax exemption as Democrats contemplate raising rates
Senator Phil Fortunato proposes SB 5020 to exempt senior citizens over 75 from property taxes, amidst state budget debates.
Opinion: Backers of wealth tax seek to tax state residents on their worldwide holdings for the privilege of living in Washington
The Washington Policy Center critiques Governor Inslee’s proposed wealth tax, citing economic challenges and past failures in similar policies.
Bipartisan legislation could save parents thousands of dollars in medical bills
A bipartisan effort through Senate Bill 5075 aims to eliminate cost-sharing for maternity services, potentially saving Washington parents thousands in medical bills.