State Senate Republicans warn that a bill on students' rights may clash with federal rules and erode local authority. Tracy Ellis reports.
AUDIO: Goehner opposes bill aimed at undermining popular parental-rights law
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AUDIO: On ‘Tax Day,’ Senate Democrats propose billions more in tax increases
On Tax Day (Tuesday), State Senate Democrats unveil a sweeping tax package that would likely cost you and everyone you know more to live in Washington. You can comment at a Senate Ways and Means Committee hearing scheduled for 5:30 tomorrow (Wednesday). Tracy Ellis...
AUDIO: Okanogan Country Radio: 7th district Legislative Insights: Water Systems, Clergy Reporting, and Property Taxes
On Okanogan Country Radio, 7th District Representatives Andrew Engell and Hunter Abell discuss recent legislative highlights, including the passage of Engell's Group B water systems bill and debates on mandatory reporting for clergy, unemployment benefits for striking...
7th District Legislative update with State Senator Shelly Short—Property Taxes
Senator Short is worried about the bill that would increase property tax hikes. She says it’s regressive and will hurt homeowners and renters.
AUDIO: Week 13 Legislative Session Update with Senate Republican Leader John Braun
State Senate Democrats are pushing to scrap the one percent cap on property tax growth, opening the door for taxes to skyrocket with inflation. A Democrat rent control bill from the House cleared the Senate and now heads back to the House for further consideration....
VIDEO: Senator Drew MacEwen on Newsmax
Senator Drew MacEwen joins Newsmax to talk trade and tariffs with a focus on China. He also discusses Washington’s budget situation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a02ddpcPG0M
AUDIO: Democrats pass bill to bully schools, sideline parents
The state Senate Republican Leader accuses Senate Democrats of passing a bill that bullies schools and sidelines parents. Tracy Ellis reports.
KONA Radio Interview: Sen. Mark Schoesler on Legislative Uncertainty & Policy Debates
Sen. Mark Schoesler discusses recent legislative developments in Olympia, highlighting uncertainty among the Democrats. He addressed the wealth tax rejection, rent control debates, and proposed property tax changes. He also warned of economic risks due to tax hikes,...
AUDIO: 9th District Legislative Update with state Sen. Mark Schoesler
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...
AUDIO: State Senate Republican Leader Warns of Rent Control Pitfalls
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).
AUDIO/VIDEO: Sen. MacEwen, Rep. Caldier offer constitutional amendment to provide progressive property tax relief
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
AUDIO: Sen. Goehner Talks Budgets, Taxes & Transparency on KPQ
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...