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Rep. Stephanie McClintock files three bills to improve student success in Washington
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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.

Jan 14, 2025

Opinion: Prominent Democrats move to eliminate Electoral College
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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.

Jan 14, 2025

State Rep. David Stuebe sworn into Washington State House of Representatives, announces committee assignments
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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.

Jan 14, 2025

Rep. John Ley sworn in as 18th District state representative, announces committee assignments
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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.

Jan 13, 2025

Incoming Gov. Ferguson describes taxes as a ‘last resort’ for WA budget deficit
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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.

Jan 13, 2025

Property tax relief bill proposed by WA lawmaker as majority considers increase
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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.

Jan 10, 2025

Rep. Kevin Waters to serve as ranking member on House State Government
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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.

Jan 10, 2025

Republican rep offers bill to amend Washington’s ‘mature minor doctrine’
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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.

Jan 9, 2025

Opinion: The taxation bait and switch
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Opinion: The taxation bait and switch

Nancy Churchill critiques proposed tax hikes by Washington Democrats, citing potential impacts on property owners and consumers.

Jan 8, 2025

Rep. Stephanie McClintock to serve as top Republican on Consumer Protection and Business Committee
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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.

Jan 6, 2025

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Sworn Into the 119th Congress
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Sworn Into the 119th Congress

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez takes oath for the 119th Congress, pledges bipartisan solutions for Southwest Washington.

Jan 6, 2025

WAGOP chair doesn’t think Dems are serious about Inslee’s proposed wealth tax
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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.

Jan 5, 2025

Republican proposes senior tax exemption as Democrats contemplate raising rates
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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.

Jan 2, 2025

Opinion: Backers of wealth tax seek to tax state residents on their worldwide holdings for the privilege of living in Washington
Opinion

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.

Jan 2, 2025

Bipartisan legislation could save parents thousands of dollars in medical bills
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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.

Dec 30, 2024

Opinion: To solve Washington’s problems, the next governor must learn from Inslee’s mistakes
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Opinion: To solve Washington’s problems, the next governor must learn from Inslee’s mistakes

Todd Myers reflects on Jay Inslee’s leadership and highlights key lessons for Washington’s next governor to address pressing state challenges.

Dec 30, 2024

18th District legislators hold town hall prior to beginning of session
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18th District legislators hold town hall prior to beginning of session

18th District legislators McClintock and Ley host town halls addressing taxes, agriculture, and citizen concerns.

Dec 29, 2024

Gender transition procedures for minors receive increased scrutiny from emboldened GOP
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Gender transition procedures for minors receive increased scrutiny from emboldened GOP

Gender transition procedures for minors face growing scrutiny as GOP lawmakers demand evidence-based care.

Dec 29, 2024