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Let’s Go Washington files second initiative to uphold parental rights
Let’s Go Washington files a second initiative aimed at protecting parental rights, targeting HB 1296 and SB 5181 in response to concerns over school policies.
Republican budget leader says drop in revenue forecast confirms need to limit spending, avoid new taxes
Washington’s revenue forecast dropped by $845 million, prompting calls from Sen. Chris Gildon and others to limit new spending and avoid new taxes.
Opinion: ‘Michelle Belkot wants to protect your wallet and NOT pay for TriMet’s light rail O&M’
Rep. John Ley urges area residents to show up to tonight’s Clark County Council meeting to support Belkot’s efforts
Opinion: Why leftists support MAGA
Nancy Churchill discusses why some leftists support MAGA, aligning with Trump’s policies on economic justice, anti-war efforts, and working-class empowerment.
Let’s Go Washington continues charge to protect parents’ rights
Let’s Go Washington launches an initiative to repeal HB 1296, aiming to protect parents’ rights against legislative changes.
C-TRAN Board shakeup: Belkot removed for standing against light rail boondoggle
Michelle Belkot was removed from the C-TRAN Board after opposing light rail expansion, with Leslie Lewallen calling it political retaliation.
Opinion: State Democrats want most anyone to vote in Washington – Even if they have never lived or been in the state
Bill Bruch raises concerns over Senate Bill 5017, arguing that it could allow non-residents to vote in Washington’s local elections, impacting election security.
WAGOP lawsuit disputing State Senate General Election finally heard in court
A WAGOP lawsuit challenging Clark County’s 2024 election results was heard in court, alleging voter roll inaccuracies affected the Legislative District 18 race.
WA gubernatorial emergency powers reform legislation dies – again
Emergency powers reforms have stalled in the previous four legislative sessions Brett DavisThe Center Square Washington The political stars seemed aligned for the Washington State Legislature to pa…
Opinion: Legislative winners and losers so far
The Washington Policy Center reviews the legislative session’s winners and losers, highlighting key policy decisions affecting business, taxation, and housing in Washington state.
Rep. John Ley’s bill to assist the construction industry receives approval from Washington State House of Representatives
House Bill 1857, introduced by Rep. John Ley, aims to reduce construction costs by exempting certain building materials from asbestos-related restrictions.
Democrats expected to push tax hikes to fund inequitable pay raises
Senate Republicans propose the $ave Washington budget, countering Democrats’ push for tax hikes to fund pay raises, citing a more balanced fiscal approach.
Opinion: The long list of ways Washington’s Democratic legislators are pushing to raise taxes
Nancy Churchill critiques Washington Democrats’ push for tax increases, highlighting major legislative proposals that could impact residents.
Governor Bob Ferguson’s statement on the Governor’s Emergency Powers
Gov. Bob Ferguson announced a policy limiting emergency powers while urging the legislature to codify reforms into law.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez provides statement on continuing resolution vote
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez opposed a partisan Continuing Resolution, citing concerns over funding cuts to key services in Southwest Washington.
House passes government funding stopgap, cutting some projects
The House passed a government funding stopgap in a 217-213 vote, cutting some non-defense programs while increasing defense and other key funding areas.
Opinion: How the legislature just voted to raise your rent
Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 1217 will drive up rent costs, reduce housing supply, and worsen Washington’s affordability crisis.
Legislation from Rep. Stephanie McClintock to enhance teenage work hours unanimously passes the House
House Bill 1121, introduced by Rep. Stephanie McClintock, aims to expand work hour flexibility for high school students enrolled in CTE programs.