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Opinion: Your cost of living is about to go up as the majority party’s new taxes and fees kick in

Posted by ClarkCountyToday.com
|Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025

Opinion: Your cost of living is about to go up as the majority party’s new taxes and fees kick in

Rep. John Ley shares a legislative update on rising costs across Washington, including gas taxes, childca ...

Rep. John Ley shares a legislative update on rising costs across Washington, including gas taxes, childcare, housing, and business impacts. He highlights concerns about state spending and new transpor ...

Thursday, July 3, 2025
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Opinion: The 2025 Tax Tsunami in Washington state

Posted by ClarkCountyToday.com
|Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Opinion: The 2025 Tax Tsunami in Washington state

David Boze of the Washington Policy Center warns that Washington state’s 2025 legislative session deliver ...

David Boze of the Washington Policy Center warns that Washington state’s 2025 legislative session delivered the largest tax hike in state history despite already rising revenues. ...

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Washington state lawsuit payouts skyrocket to more than $500M in past year

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|Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Washington state lawsuit payouts skyrocket to more than $500M in past year

A historic spike in legal claims — many tied to foster care abuse and youth detention — has pushed Washin ...

A historic spike in legal claims — many tied to foster care abuse and youth detention — has pushed Washington state’s lawsuit payouts over $500 million in the past year. ...

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Washington governor wants agencies to look for deeper cuts

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|Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Washington governor wants agencies to look for deeper cuts

Gov. Bob Ferguson is warning state agencies to prepare for deeper cuts as Washington’s budget shortfall w ...

Gov. Bob Ferguson is warning state agencies to prepare for deeper cuts as Washington’s budget shortfall worsens, with a new revenue forecast due June 24 and economic uncertainty growing. ...

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
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Annual Discover Pass cost set to increase in October

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|Date: Monday, May 19, 2025

Annual Discover Pass cost set to increase in October

Washington’s Discover Pass fee will rise from $30 to $45 starting October 1, 2025, to help support state ...

Washington’s Discover Pass fee will rise from $30 to $45 starting October 1, 2025, to help support state parks amid shifting budget priorities. ...

Monday, May 19, 2025
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Tesla, Netflix, Philip Morris among those pushing WA governor for tax vetoes

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|Date: Friday, May 16, 2025

Tesla, Netflix, Philip Morris among those pushing WA governor for tax vetoes

Gov. Ferguson is facing mounting pressure from business groups to veto several tax bills before Tuesday’s ...

Gov. Ferguson is facing mounting pressure from business groups to veto several tax bills before Tuesday’s legislative deadline. ...

Friday, May 16, 2025
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Opinion: K-12 Washington state education funding overview – Part 2

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|Date: Friday, March 7, 2025

Opinion: K-12 Washington state education funding overview – Part 2

Washington's K-12 education funding relies on mandates, many of which are underfunded or unfunded, shifti ...

Washington's K-12 education funding relies on mandates, many of which are underfunded or unfunded, shifting costs to local taxpayers. ...

Friday, March 7, 2025
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House Dems vote to end forced prison labor; GOP warns taxpayers may foot the bill

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|Date: Friday, March 7, 2025

House Dems vote to end forced prison labor; GOP warns taxpayers may foot the bill

Washington lawmakers pass HB 1233, making prison work programs voluntary, sparking debate over rehabilita ...

Washington lawmakers pass HB 1233, making prison work programs voluntary, sparking debate over rehabilitation, taxpayer costs, and public policy. ...

Friday, March 7, 2025
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Opinion: Proposal could increase child care cost, decrease access, limit flexibility

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|Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025

Opinion: Proposal could increase child care cost, decrease access, limit flexibility

Opinion: Proposal could increase child care cost, decrease access, limit flexibility ...

Opinion: Proposal could increase child care cost, decrease access, limit flexibility ...

Thursday, February 13, 2025
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Opinion: House Bill 1334 would allow municipalities to increase property taxes significantly

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|Date: Friday, January 24, 2025

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 pro ...

Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center argues that House Bill 1334 could lead to significant property tax increases by changing inflation calculations. ...

Friday, January 24, 2025
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POLL: Should the Clark County Clerk remain an elected position?*

🗳️ Yes, voters should choose the clerk
🏛️ No, it should be an appointed role
📋 Let the Charter Review Commission decide
🤷 Not sure

188 votes

* Also read: Public comment prevails: No action taken on Clerk agenda item at Clark County Council meeting

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