Washington State Senate Republicans are demanding an emergency legislative session to slash the state's sky-high gas prices. Tracy Ellis explains.
AUDIO: Senate Republicans demand special session to address gas prices
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Elephant in the Dome Podcast—Ferguson’s Gas Crisis, Shaky Budgets, America @ 250 w/Sen. Chris Gildon
In this episode of The Elephant in the Dome, Senator Chris Gildon pulls back the curtain on the real issues facing Washington. From the controversial impacts of the Climate Commitment Act on gas prices and utility bills to a deep dive into Olympia's looming budget...
AUDIO: Locked out of relief: Sen. Judy Warnick joins Jason Rantz to explain why WA gas prices are soaring
As Washington’s gas tax climbs to 56.5 cents on July 1, state Sen. Judy Warnick joins the Jason Rantz Show to expose why local drivers are locked out of national price relief. Warnick breaks down the state policies spiking your pump prices and calls out the governor’s...
AUDIO: Budget picture remains bleak after latest state revenue forecast
The latest state revenue forecast is out, and while capital gains taxes saw a surprise bump, it doesn’t solve the underlying budget problem. Tracy Ellis explains.
AUDIO: Warnick calls on Ferguson to take action as fuel taxes set to rise, says relief needed for rural and agricultural communities
Another painful bump at the pump is on the way, and state Senate Republicans say it is time for the governor to step in. Tracy Ellis explains.
The Crisis of Washington’s “Keeping Families Together Act” | Elephant in the Dome Podcast
In this episode of Elephant in the Dome, Senator Chris Gildon sits down with foster parent and healthcare professional Tracie Jefferson. They dive deep into the devastating, unintended consequences of Washington State's "Keeping Families Together Act," examining how...
VIDEO: Senator Jeff Wilson on Longview tank explosion
KIRO 7: Longview leaders react to no regulatory inspections of white liquor tanks https://youtu.be/LpjeXj8I1ws KOIN 6: Longview community's future discussed by Senator Jeff Wilson https://youtu.be/xJ7GwWNb2Cc?si=wivQBMkrOc0oip9P
AUDIO: As summer heat looms, Warnick pushes for wildfire insurance transparency and central Washington water security
With the summer heat kicking in, Central Washington is bracing for drought—but a state senator says water is only half the battle. Tracy Ellis explains.
The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Is Washington Misdiagnosing the Homeless Crisis? | Jonathan Choe & Sen. Chris Gildon
Is housing really the solution to Washington’s homelessness crisis? Senator Chris Gildon and investigative journalist Jonathan Choe discuss why "Housing First" models are failing. They explore the impact of fentanyl, the lack of taxpayer accountability, and why...
AUDIO: Governor should explain why temporary gas-price relief isn’t worth considering
A state Senator says families deserve an honest talk about why Washington gas prices are some of the highest in America. Tracy Ellis explains.
AUDIO: Longview senator calls for thorough, transparent state investigation of deadly spill
In the wake of a catastrophic tank collapse that turned deadly, the focus in Longview and in the state legislature is shifting toward the search for answers. Tracy Ellis tells us a Senator wants a full accounting from the state.
AUDIO: Sen. Jeff Wilson on the Longview Paper Mill Disaster
A chemical tank ruptured at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging mill in Longview, leaving several dead and injured. State Sen. Jeff Wilson (R-Longview) joined OPB’s Think Out Loud to discuss the tragedy. A Longview native and former hazardous waste management contractor who...