State Senator Mark Schoesler discusses the nearing end of the legislative session, hidden budget negotiations, property tax hikes impacting renters and homeowners, and controversial firearm regulations under House Bill 1163. Key issues include affordability and Second...
A wolf in sheep’s clothing—that’s how the State Senate Republican leader describes a Democrat rent control bill from the House that cleared the Senate today (Thursday).
Washington's home affordability crisis sparks a bold move by a pair of Republicans in Olympia. Tracy Ellis tells us about it. https://youtube.com/shorts/L5rIcGq81kg?si=iw8bELcTd2taxiby
Sen. Keith Goehner's KPQ Radio interview tackled budget challenges, tax proposals, transportation funding, and rent control legislation. He emphasized bipartisan collaboration, expressed optimism about Governor Ferguson’s pragmatism, and raised concerns about...
Senator Keith Wagoner joins KVI morning host Phil Vandervort to discuss Senate Democrats' proposal to adjust property tax increases. The plan suggests shifting the cap from the current 1% to a rate tied to inflation and population growth, a change that could...
State Senate Democrats are pushing to scrap the one percent cap on property tax growth, opening the door for taxes to skyrocket with inflation. Senate Republicans call it reckless, saying it would hit homeowners and renters hard. Tracy Ellis has more.
Sen Keith Goehner on KOZI discusses the no-new-taxes Senate Republican budget, how property tax increases hurt those with fixed incomes rent control’s potential to deter new housing, parental rights, and media access and unbiased reporting.
On KONA Radio, Senator Perry Dozier discusses the $7.3 billion bipartisan capital budget addressing Eastern Washington's needs, including mental health and school projects. He highlights concerns over property tax hikes and legislative dynamics following Governor...
Sen. Shelly Short and Reps. Andrew Engell and Hunter Abell discuss key legislative issues on Okanogan Country Radio, including transparency in budget negotiations, concerns over proposed tax increases, and efforts to support law enforcement hiring. They also highlight...
In a KPQ legislative interview, Senators John Braun and Judy Warnick discuss the state budget deadlock, highlighting tax concerns and the push for fiscal responsibility. They praise Governor Ferguson’s opposition to excessive spending while debating whether a special...
Senator Chris Gildon criticizes Washington’s budget process on the Lars Larson Show, highlighting closed-door negotiations that exclude public input. He warns of rising taxes, especially property tax hikes, arguing they threaten affordability for residents. He vows to...
The latest buzz around the Capital Budget reveals updates on Washington's state construction spending plan, paving the way for infrastructure growth. It includes significant funding for water infrastructure in eastern Washington.
