Senator Mark Schoesler of the 9th District shares his early impressions of the legislative session, raising concerns about the governor’s operating budget. He notes the contradiction between proposed cuts at Washington State University, while Evergreen State College...
This update from State Senator Jeff Wilson of the 19th District covers two key legislative issues: Senate Bill 5974, which proposes granting an unelected state board authority to remove elected sheriffs—a measure Wilson strongly opposes; and Senate Bill 5750,...
In a KPQ radio interview, Sen. Keith Goehner addresses Washington’s budget deficit, concerns over changes to the initiative process, and proposed legislation impacting local law enforcement. He emphasizes fiscal responsibility, public voice in governance, and respect...
Concerned about wolves wiping out deer and elk? Washington lawmakers are taking it up Monday—and you can have your say. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. John Braun criticized limiting access to child care records, saying it erodes trust in government. https://youtu.be/PKnP289Eb_o?si=BtX3Ko9IQGN1_1DN
Sen. Leonard Christian joins Ari Hoffman to react to the governor’s address, discuss concerns over spending and proposed taxes, and highlight his push for transparency and accountability in DCYF oversight—all with his trademark humor.
From the ports to farms to high-tech manufacturing and the grocery aisles, federal tariff policy has wide-ranging implications. What is the impact of hundreds of millions in tariffs and the outlook for the future in Washington. Republicans take issue with the focus on...
Sen. Keith Goehner joins KOZI to discuss revenue shortfalls, proposed income‑tax changes, limits on citizen initiatives, law‑enforcement oversight, housing solutions, and why public engagement matters as the 2026 session gets underway.
Sen. Shelly Short and Reps. Andrew Engell and Hunter Abell chat about the start of the 2026 session, sharing stories from home and breaking down issues like taxes, agriculture, public safety, and what matters most to folks across the 7th District.
Lawmakers in Olympia are facing tough questions about daycare oversight, and one state senator says Democrats are responding by dimming transparency. Tracy Ellis reports.
On The Jason Rantz Show, Sen. Chris Gildon tells Tim Gaydos (filling in for Jason Rantz) that he’s disappointed in Gov. Ferguson’s push for a future income tax and warns it won’t fix looming budget shortfalls. He argues Democrats’ policies fuel affordability problems...
Governor Bob Ferguson says he isn’t proposing new taxes to balance his supplemental budget — but he is backing a future income tax to deal with shortfalls down the road. Tracy Ellis has more.
