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Opinion: The final holdout, the Washington House of Representatives, has finally banned title-only bills
The Washington House of Representatives has banned title-only bills, a long-recommended reform to improve legislative transparency.
Rep. David Stuebe files legislation to support backcountry search and rescue efforts in Washington
Rep. David Stuebe has introduced House Bill 1625 to create a grant program supporting backcountry search and rescue efforts in Washington state.
Bill critics say undermines parents’ bill of rights initiative gets a public hearing
House Bill 1296, which critics argue undermines Initiative 2081, the parents’ bill of rights, recently had a public hearing before the Washi…
Opinion: House Bill 1334 would allow municipalities to increase property taxes significantly
Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center argues that House Bill 1334 could lead to significant property tax increases by changing inflation calculations.
Rep. John Ley files legislation to prevent tolling on the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project
Rep. John Ley introduces House Bill 1559 to block tolling on the I-5 Bridge Replacement, citing financial burdens for Southwest Washington commuters.
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.
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.
State Rep. David Stuebe sworn into Washington State House of Representatives, announces committee assignments
…Rep. David Stuebe of Washougal begins his first term in the Washington State House of Representatives, joining key committees to serve the 17th District.
GOP lawmaker pitches portable student funding for kids trapped in failing schools
House Bill 1140 proposes portable student funding for low-income families, special needs students, and those in failing schools, aiming to r…
Animals rescued during Vancouver house fire
…kenneled dogs and ensured the survival of five pets after a house fire in Vancouver, Washington.
Rep. Drew Stokesbary re-elected as leader of the Washington State House Republicans
Rep. Drew Stokesbary was re-elected as Washington State House Republican Leader during a caucus meeting in Chelan.
Opinion: The Biden administration is considering a 5% cap on rent increases
Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center explains that the housing crisis exists because of crushing government restrictions on allowing a healthy housing d…