Senate Republican Leader John Braun breaks down Olympia’s latest tax proposals, from property tax hikes to new fees on outdoor recreation. With over $20 billion in increases at stake, learn how these changes could hit homeowners, renters, and businesses—and what they...
If you hunt or fish in our state, pay attention: A bill just passed the Senate and is now in the House that would hike license fees by 38%. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. Keith Goehner discussed transportation budgets, including prioritizing road and bridge preservation while grappling with funding delays. He highlighted his middle housing bill and energy legislation aimed at aiding local governments in site planning and touched...
Legislative Republicans opposed new taxes in WA's Democrat budget, citing harm to jobs and families. They called for fiscal restraint, transparency, and reforms, while highlighting their alternative budget focusing on safety and education without tax hikes. Concerns...
Sen. John Braun criticizes a bill allowing striking workers to collect unemployment, calling it unfair and harmful to businesses. He warns it will burden taxpayers, prolong strikes, and hurt WA’s economy. Despite opposition, he tells Lars Larson the bill is...
On KVI, Sen. Chris Gildon warns of $21B in new taxes, including a tax on tech jobs, a paycheck tax, and taxes on your home. He slams the budget’s instability and impact on middle-class families. Republicans propose an alternative with no new taxes – SaveWA.org.
Senator Nikki Torres joins KONA Radio’s Bottom Line to discuss the newly proposed $17 billion tax increase in the Washington State Senate’s budget. She breaks down the impact of rising property taxes, financial intangibles tax, and increased tuition fees, highlighting...
The budget battle in Olympia heats up. Top Senate Republicans say the Democrats’ spending plan underscores a clash of values—what’s prioritized, and who pays the price. Tracy Ellis has more.
This interview on KOMW Radio with Sen. Shelly Short, Rep. Andrew Engell, and Rep. Hunter Abell highlighted tax concerns, including removing the 1% property tax cap and a wealth tax. They discussed education, local control, and tributes to former Speaker Frank Chop,...
Sen. Braun The Elephant in the Dome Podcast—Tax Debate in Olympia—Cost of Living, Innovation & Economic Growth Legislative Republicans Highlight Public Safety, Affordability, Education Priorities in Media Avail Sen. John Braun: Washington Democrats’ Property Tax...
Senate Republican Leader John Braun emphasizes a no-new-taxes budget: “We work hard to maintain services, especially for vulnerable individuals, while living within our means.” Braun and House Speaker Laurie Jinkins discuss budget plans, tax proposals, and rent...
In this episode of The Elephant in the Dome, Senate Republican Leader John Braun talks about the impact of proposed tax increases in Washington. He discusses the Republican budget alternative, concerns over new payroll and wealth taxes, and how these policies could...
