Senate Republican leaders are denouncing the passage of an income-tax on capital gains. The measure now heads to the house. The views expressed by individual members are not necessarily those of the entire caucus.
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AUDIO: Hawkins votes “no” on state income tax proposal passed by Senate
The State Senator from the 12th Legislative District votes “no” on a state income tax proposal passed by the Senate. Tracy Ellis has details.

AUDIO: Senate Republican leaders denounce passage of income-tax bill
A bill that would create an income tax was passed by The Democrat majority in the state Senate. Tracy Ellis reports.

VIDEO: Sen. Braun Featured in KING 5 report: Washington Senate expected to vote on income tax on capital gains.
If the bill passes and gets Gov. Jay Inslee’s signature, both sides expect the law to end up in the state’s Supreme Court. https://youtu.be/lPUO1vJEr7k

Audio: 7th District Legislative Update
Listen to this 7th District Legislative Update with Senator Shelly Short. Topic: Environmental Justice Council

Audio: 20th District Legislative Update
Listen to this 20th District Legislative Update with Senator John Braun. Topic: Reopening schools and businesses

SRC On Air: Sen. Brad Hawkins on KPQ Radio in Wenatchee
Sen. Brad Hawkins talks to Kevin Rounce and Kalie Drago on the KPQ Morning Report about an income tax on capital gains, a low carbon fuel standard, a ban on open carry of weapons at demonstrations, and vaccinations for educators.
Open Safe, Open Now: A Republican plan for Phase 3 and Beyond
Republican lawmakers: It’s time to move schools and employers to the next phase now. The views expressed by individual members are not necessarily those of the entire caucus.

AUDIO: Republican lawmakers: Move schools, employers to next phase now
Republican lawmakers in the state legislature say it’s time to move schools and employers to the next phase now. Tracy Ellis reports.

VIDEO: 3/4/2021 Media Avail: Republican lawmakers: Move schools, employers to next phase now
Open Safe, Open Now: A Republican plan for Phase 3 and Beyond shows trust in the people. https://youtu.be/8tUJXDJDXeE

AUDIO: Senate unanimously passes Hawkins bill to promote hydrogen-powered vehicles
Legislation supporting hydrogen-powered vehicles now has state Senate approval and is headed to the House. Tracy Ellis has this update.

VIDEO: KEPR TV: Senator Sharon Brown calls bill reforming police ‘war on law enforcement’
Senate bill 5051 would give the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission greater capability to investigate police misconduct and revoke or suspend a police officer’s license. Click here for more https://youtu.be/W8pH84B5cFU