The spendy nature of the Washington State Legislature will be reined this year, based on revenue forecasts for the state. [button link="https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/washington-lawmakers-look-reduce-budget-deficit/SMSCVRDDZJAPXORCT66GQA4GZ4/" type="icon"...
In this episode of [un]Divided, Senator John Braun sits down with Brandi Kruse to share his perspective on why the Superintendent of Public Instruction should be appointed rather than elected. Check out this insightful discussion on the future of public school...
The governor's recent action on a controversial energy project has sparked new legislation from a Tri-Cities state senator. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. Keith Wagoner answer questions related to legislative leadership, including – what’s a whip? Wagoner represents Skagit and Snohomish counties and serves as the Senate Republican Caucus Whip.
State Senate Democrats accidentally leaked their new tax proposals. Tracy Ellis reports. Democrat Documents: 2025 SDC revenue policy handout - FINAL 2025 Revenue Discussion slides
Spokane County Commissioner Josh Kerns talks with State Senator Mike Padden about his career in public service, and insights on top issues before the Washington State Legislature. https://youtu.be/RNVKSTmsTx8?si=MoCIcEEJjb-qNJdp
A new bill seeks to separate Washington from California’s vehicle-emission standards while enhancing emissions reporting. Tracy Ellis explains.
Senator Jeff Holy talks with Lars Larson about his bipartisan bill that would use $100 million to help hire more law-enforcement officers.
To boost the number of law-enforcement officers in Washington, a state senator is sponsoring a new bipartisan bill. Tracy Ellis reports
Governor Jay Inslee’s budget shows his commitment to tax-and-spend to the end according to the state Senate Republican budget leader. Kimberly Wirtz explains.
Sen. Phil Fortunato talks to KIRO Radio’s Dave Ross about his bill that aims to close dangerous loopholes by repealing sanctuary state laws and administrative policies that limit cooperation between state law enforcement and federal immigration authorities.
Fortunato’s bill would create categories for athletes based on their chromosomes and gender identity, plus a separate category for athletes with variations in their chromosomes. https://youtu.be/vaHWqIVezjw?si=WFEIZAkJVW5B_GJt
