Washington state’s governor has tremendous power during emergencies. Some lawmakers want to check that power... especially after former Governor Inslee retained his pandemic authority for over two and a half years. [button...
Senator John Braun gives a legislative update, highlighting the budget process as it heats up. With key decisions looming, Republicans are pushing to control spending without new taxes, aiming to keep costs down while ensuring essential services for Washingtonians.
Senator Shelly Short discusses the unexpected turn in emergency powers reform, where Democrats' proposal undercuts current law, leading the governor to support the Republican version. She also highlights ongoing discussions about a controversial environmental bill...
Senator Jeff Wilson discusses a new bill tackling the rising theft of electric vehicle charging station equipment. With Seattle seeing 6% of charging cords stolen, the bill aims to curb this growing crime by involving experts in a think tank to develop solutions.
Senator Mark Schoesler shares concerns about rising costs for Washington residents, including a looming cell phone tax hike, increased Discover Pass fees, and a 38% jump in fishing and hunting licenses. He opposes giving Fish and Wildlife unchecked power to raise fees...
An anti-parent provision in a bill designed to protect kids online is no longer part of the legislation - thanks to a state Senator. Tracy Ellis explains
An in-depth look at the proposed road usage charge to tax drivers by the mile, pitched as an eventual fuel tax replacement. Interviews with the Ranking Republican Member on the Senate Transportation Committee, Sen. Curtis King and the Democratic House Transportation...
We're now in Week 7 of the 2025 Legislative Session, and things are heating up in Olympia! Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, gives us the inside scoop on key legislative milestones, including the fiscal cutoff and the big debates headed to the Senate floor. He also shares...
The state Senate just gave a unanimous thumbs-up to a bill aimed at tightening election security. Kimberly Wirtz reports.
Gov. Bob Ferguson released his cost-cutting ideas, and Senate Republican budget leader Chris Gildon is giving credit—with some skepticism. Tracy Ellis explains.
Senator Keith Goehner joined KPQ to discuss legislative updates, focusing on budget priorities and financial challenges in Olympia. He highlighted the divide between Republicans and Democrats on spending, revenue, and taxation, emphasizing concerns over excessive...
Protecting kids online is the purpose of a bill in Olympia, but one provision has some parents nervous. Tracy Ellis tells us what a state Senator is doing to fix it.
