Senator Short is worried about the bill that would increase property tax hikes. She says it’s regressive and will hurt homeowners and renters.
7th District Legislative update with State Senator Shelly Short—Property Taxes
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AUDIO: Week 13 Legislative Session Update with Senate Republican Leader John Braun
State Senate Democrats are pushing to scrap the one percent cap on property tax growth, opening the door for taxes to skyrocket with inflation. A Democrat rent control bill from the House cleared the Senate and now heads back to the House for further consideration....
VIDEO: Senator Drew MacEwen on Newsmax
Senator Drew MacEwen joins Newsmax to talk trade and tariffs with a focus on China. He also discusses Washington’s budget situation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a02ddpcPG0M
AUDIO: Democrats pass bill to bully schools, sideline parents
The state Senate Republican Leader accuses Senate Democrats of passing a bill that bullies schools and sidelines parents. Tracy Ellis reports.
KONA Radio Interview: Sen. Mark Schoesler on Legislative Uncertainty & Policy Debates
Sen. Mark Schoesler discusses recent legislative developments in Olympia, highlighting uncertainty among the Democrats. He addressed the wealth tax rejection, rent control debates, and proposed property tax changes. He also warned of economic risks due to tax hikes,...
AUDIO: Senator Phil Fortunato on The Carrie Abbott Show
Washington State Senator Phil Fortunato challenges a hate crime bill’s vague language, believing it will put people at risk, while he also attempted to amend it to protect Tesla drivers. Senator Fortunato joins Carrie to explain why, along with his views on a budget...
The Deputies Podcast—Rent Control | Property Taxes | Balanced Budget | Business Friendliness
In this episode of The Deputies, Republican Deputy leaders Rep. Chris Corry and Sen. Drew MacEwen discuss rent control, property taxes, and budget concerns in Washington. They highlight bipartisan pushback on rent control, criticize spending increases, and advocate...
AUDIO: 9th District Legislative Update with state Sen. Mark Schoesler
State Senator Mark Schoesler discusses the nearing end of the legislative session, hidden budget negotiations, property tax hikes impacting renters and homeowners, and controversial firearm regulations under House Bill 1163. Key issues include affordability and Second...
The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Property Taxes & Rent Control—The Unintended Consequences
Senate Republican Leader John Braun discusses concerns over proposed property tax increases and rent control, featuring voices from homeowners, renters, and landlords. He examines economic impacts, the housing crisis, and the broader effects on businesses and...
AUDIO: State Senate Republican Leader Warns of Rent Control Pitfalls
A wolf in sheep’s clothing—that’s how the State Senate Republican leader describes a Democrat rent control bill from the House that cleared the Senate today (Thursday).
AUDIO/VIDEO: Sen. MacEwen, Rep. Caldier offer constitutional amendment to provide progressive property tax relief
Washington's home affordability crisis sparks a bold move by a pair of Republicans in Olympia. Tracy Ellis tells us about it. https://youtube.com/shorts/L5rIcGq81kg?si=iw8bELcTd2taxiby
AUDIO: Sen. Goehner Talks Budgets, Taxes & Transparency on KPQ
Sen. Keith Goehner's KPQ Radio interview tackled budget challenges, tax proposals, transportation funding, and rent control legislation. He emphasized bipartisan collaboration, expressed optimism about Governor Ferguson’s pragmatism, and raised concerns about...