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Opinion: Washington state paid $8.6 million a year in unnecessary Medicaid premiums
Washington state’s Medicaid program wastes $8.6M annually on duplicate premiums; reforms are needed.
Opinion: On AI, Washington state should take cues from Washington DC
Donald Kimball discusses how Washington state can learn from federal AI policies to foster innovation.
Opinion: Washington state’s budget nightmare is its own fault
Washington faces a budget crisis due to increased spending and lack of tax relief.
Opinion: The best next steps for public schools in Washington state
Liv Finne outlines actionable reforms to improve Washington public schools, addressing declining enrollment, education policy, and school choice.
Washington taxpayers could pay expiring COVID aid portion of state health insurance
Washington Health Benefit Exchange officials push for sustained state healthcare subsidies, warning of coverage loss if federal COVID aid ex…
Opinion: Competency-based hiring is wise, and state lawmakers are helping the cause
Elizabeth New (Hovde) explores how Washington state is advancing competency-based hiring practices, reducing barriers for job seekers.
Opinion: Washington State’s resistance to ICE declared unconstitutional
…Churchill discusses a Ninth Circuit Court ruling declaring Washington state’s ICE resistance unconstitutional.
Sen. Fortunato gets jump start on Trump’s deportation plan
Sen. Phil Fortunato reintroduces Senate Bill 5002 to repeal Washington’s sanctuary state status and enhance public safety.
Washington state’s spending spree drives massive deficit
Washington state faces a massive budget deficit following years of increased spending and new taxes.
Dems, GOP gird for battle in addressing Washington’s $10-$12 billion budget shortfall
Washington state’s 2025 legislative session will focus on addressing a projected budget shortfall of up to $2 billion, sparking debates over…
The driver behind Washington state’s budget shortfall
Washington state faces a $12 billion budget shortfall, despite record tax revenues and new taxes.
Washington cities to ask state to raise cap on annual property tax increases
The inside of the Washington State Capitol Building. Photo courtesy Doctor Tinieblas/ Unsplash