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Your city, county, and state property taxes could soon rise as fast as inflation—Tracy Ellis explains how you can fight back.
AUDIO: Senate Republican Leader: Tell the majority “NO” on higher property taxes
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AUDIO: Fishing and hunting licenses fee hike clears state Senate
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.
AUDIO: Sen. Keith Goehner Discusses Budgets, Housing, and Parental Rights on KOZI Radio
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...
VIDEO: Republican Leaders Criticize WA Budget
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...
AUDIO: Sen. Braun Blasts Unemployment Benefits for Strikers on the Lars Larson Show
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...
AUDIO: Sen. Gildon Sounds Alarm on Radical Tax Hikes on KVI Radio
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.
AUDIO: Sen. Nikki Torres on KONA’s Bottom Line: Breaking Down the Budget Battle
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...
AUDIO: Republican Leaders Slam Democrat Budget Tax Hikes: Burden Families, Ignore Critical Needs
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.
Navigating Legislative Challenges: Tax Proposals, Tributes, and Local Voices with 7th District state legislators on Okanogan Country Radio
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,...
TVW—Inside Olympia—Senate Republican Leader John Braun,House Speaker Laurie Jinkins
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...
VIDEO: Sen. Drew MacEwen joins Newsmax to discuss tariffs, trade, and Washington state politics
Sen. Drew MacEwen argues that tariffs help counter unfair trade imbalances and protect U.S. industries like timber and steel, which are hurt by excessive environmental regulations and foreign dumping. He warned that overreliance on imports poses national security...
AUDIO: 7th Dist. Legislative Update: Sen. Shelly Short Slams $17 Billion Tax Hike Amid Budget Deficit
Sen. Shelly Short criticizes Senate Democrats for proposing $17 billion in new taxes despite a $7 billion deficit, calling it "fuzzy math" and irresponsible spending. She argues that Republicans have shown a balanced budget is possible without massive tax hikes,...