Two bipartisan bills aimed at improving health care access and supporting medical workers in Washington passed the state Senate unanimously. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. Braun The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Budget Battles & Big Decisions – Senators Braun & Gildon Weigh In AUDIO: Senate Republican Leadership Update with State Senator John Braun VIDEO: Senate Republican Leader John Braun | Legislative Update SRC On Air:...
Senator Jeff Wilson shares his frustration over the diluted emergency powers reform bill and concerns about Washington’s spending problem. He questions the accountability of government funding, debates controversial bills, and warns about federal funding risks. Is...
Washington state’s governor has tremendous power during emergencies. Some lawmakers want to check that power... especially after former Governor Inslee retained his pandemic authority for over two and a half years. [button...
Republican Senators John Braun and Chris Gildon break down Washington’s budget debate, tackling spending concerns, new taxes, and the state’s $6.7B shortfall. Can lawmakers solve it without raising costs for families? Get the inside scoop on fiscal responsibility in...
Senator John Braun gives a legislative update, highlighting the budget process as it heats up. With key decisions looming, Republicans are pushing to control spending without new taxes, aiming to keep costs down while ensuring essential services for Washingtonians.
Senator Shelly Short discusses the unexpected turn in emergency powers reform, where Democrats' proposal undercuts current law, leading the governor to support the Republican version. She also highlights ongoing discussions about a controversial environmental bill...
Senator Jeff Wilson discusses a new bill tackling the rising theft of electric vehicle charging station equipment. With Seattle seeing 6% of charging cords stolen, the bill aims to curb this growing crime by involving experts in a think tank to develop solutions.
Senator Mark Schoesler shares concerns about rising costs for Washington residents, including a looming cell phone tax hike, increased Discover Pass fees, and a 38% jump in fishing and hunting licenses. He opposes giving Fish and Wildlife unchecked power to raise fees...
A bill that passed the state Senate requires clergy to choose between divine law and state law according to a Senator who voted against it. Tracy Ellis has more.
An anti-parent provision in a bill designed to protect kids online is no longer part of the legislation - thanks to a state Senator. Tracy Ellis explains
An in-depth look at the proposed road usage charge to tax drivers by the mile, pitched as an eventual fuel tax replacement. Interviews with the Ranking Republican Member on the Senate Transportation Committee, Sen. Curtis King and the Democratic House Transportation...
