Sen. Brad Hawkins on KPQ Radio talking about the six initiatives to the legislature, his ‘Walking Start to Running Start’ bill, and a bill that would triple the allowable annual growth rate of property taxes.
The state-run youth detention center in Chehalis known as Green Hill has come under fire as fentanyl continues to make its way to teens and young adults housed inside. "Nothing is really changing," said State Senator John Braun. "That’s the really maddening part to...
Sen. Lynda Wilson talks to Lars Larson about her bill to help people better understand the growing danger of illegal drugs such as fentanyl.
The State Senate is poised to approve legislation that would allow annual property tax growth to triple, flouting the will of voters who approved a cap on property taxes. Tracy Ellis reports.
Higher property taxes and rents could be on the way if legislation headed to the state Senate floor eventually becomes law. Tracy Ellis reports the bill triples the allowable property tax growth rate for local governments.
Legislation to help restaurants, taverns and other establishments get liquor licenses passed in the state Senate. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. Jeff Wilson talks with Kyle Pauley on KXRO radio about his bills dealing with electric vehicle fires and kit homes, rent control, state budgets, Democrat inaction on initiatives, and more. https://soundcloud.com/kxronews/2-7-24-senator-jeff-wilson
A bill to protect the rights of victims and the survivors of victims passed out of the state Senate. Tracy Ellis explains.
‘Crash and grab’ robberies, where criminals use stolen cars to smash into pot shops and steal what they can, would be a more serious crime under a bill moving through the state legislature. Tracy Ellis reports.
High voltage, intense heat, toxic fumes – those are some of the things firefighters face when dealing with electric vehicle fires. A bill in the state legislature calls for a study of this unique hazard. Tracy Ellis explains.
Six initiatives to the Legislature have been certified and are likely headed to Washington voters in November. Tracy Ellis gets reaction from a state Senator who’s supporting all of them.
State Legislative Republicans – Sens. John Braun and Shelly Short and Reps. Drew Stokesbary and Mike Steele – hold a weekly media availability to discuss the very latest in the 2024 legislative session. https://youtu.be/X6qeUqvobcg
