Senator Phil Fortunato discusses the financial burden of housing illegal immigrants in Washington prisons, advocating for federal custody transfers. He critiques state budget policies, including tax hikes and plastic bag fees, on The Lars Larson Show.
High schools will be able to teach students about the importance of donating blood when a new law goes into effect. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. Keith Goehner dives into Washington's budget challenges, tax debates, and key bills like rent control and parental notification rights. He highlights bipartisan struggles, Governor Ferguson's stance, and the complexities of legislative processes.
State Senate Democrats are under fire for blocking a resolution honoring women’s sports, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from a Republican Senator. Tracy Ellis explains.
A state Senator is urging legislative Democrats to stop using taxpayer dollars to shield convicted criminals from immigration officials. Tracy Ellis reports.
Mid-Columbia Today: Senator Paul Harris dives into the latest legislative updates, from gas tax debates to education funding challenges. He shares insights on transportation priorities, school levies, and the Gorge Commission's role in balancing preservation with...
Senator Nikki Torres joins Ari Hoffman on KVI Radio to critique proposed school levy increases that are framed as funding for schools. She points out that wealthier districts would benefit more from these levies, while poorer districts might struggle to raise funds or...
On KOZI Radio, Senator Keith Goehner shares concerns about tax increases, budget transparency, and legislative priorities. He highlights the impact of proposed taxes on Washington residents and businesses, emphasizing the need for collaboration in government.
On KOMW Radio, Sen. Shelly Short and Reps. Andrew Engell and Hunter Abell tackle tax hikes, budget debates, and housing policies. They voice concerns over regressive taxes, rent control, and unemployment benefits, emphasizing their impact on Washingtonians.
State Senate Democrats rejected a Republican proposal to include political affiliation in the hate crime law… Tracy Ellis tells us a violent incident at Washington State University highlights the need such protection.
On the Lars Larson Show, Sen. John Braun blasts Washington’s scaled-back wealth tax as a legal setup and warns electric truck rules could cripple transport. He questions taxing Tesla’s success and calls for market-based policies—not mandates—from Olympia.
The proposed property tax increase hike from State Legislative Democrats is off the table, but concerns remain over a plan to raise the school levy cap. Tracy Ellis reports.
