The Senate State Government and Elections Committee received testimony on SB 5114. It would allow some businesses such as restaurants, gyms and entertainment venues to partially reopen. Most spoke in favor of the bill. https://youtu.be/ShoIbLPQWeA
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Many testify in support of reopening businesses in state Senate hearing
The message was clear: allow restaurants, gyms, and entertainment venues to partially reopen. Tracy Ellis tells us about a legislative committee hearing held today (Wed).
SRC On Air: Sen. Jeff Wilson on the KXRO Morning News
Sen. Jeff Wilson talks with KXRO’s Kyle Pauley about the legislative process, reopening the economy, transportation, voting, needle exchange and more. https://soundcloud.com/kxronews/1-20-21-senator-jeff-wilson
State Senator Chris Gildon tells the real story of the proposed capital gains tax.
Listen as Sen. Chris Gildon explains the governor's capital gains tax proposal. There's more to the story than you might expect. The views expressed by individual members are not necessarily those of the entire caucus.
Hawkins pleased about Inslee’s decision on school employee vaccine access
The Republican state Senator leading the way on getting vaccines for educators who want them is applauding a move by the governor. Tracy Ellis explains.
25th Distirct State Senator Chris Gildon Legislative Update
25th District State Senator Chris Gildon talks about the proposed capital gains tax in this legislative update. https://youtu.be/R3ykIgiDKaI
VIDEO: Legislative Republican Leadership Media Availability
Senate and House Republican leaders gather for their weekly media availability at the State Capitol. https://youtu.be/RM6UhQ6lz7c
VIDEO: 39th Legislative Update with Sen. Wagoner
Senator Keith Wagoner's first week of the 2021 Legislative Session. https://youtu.be/_ylLQPuQWGs
VIDEO: Access to Democracy
It's not as easy to access democracy this year in Olympia. https://youtu.be/KTDTu2rkpIQ
SRC On Air: Sen. Hawkins talks with 12th District radio stations KOHO in Wenatchee and KOZI in Chelan
Sen. Brad Hawkins discusses the virtual Legislative Session, including his proposals on vaccinations, year-round school, wildfire prevention and more. Sen. Hawkins on The KOHO 101 Morning Show Sen. Hawkins on The KOZI Morning...
VIDEO: Sen. John Braun Senate Early Learning & K-12 Committee
Sen. John Braun’s bill establishing clear standards for delivering education as the pandemic continues received a hearing today (Mon) in the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. Sen. Braun testified. https://youtu.be/Adw5jNHbnIM
VIDEO: Senate Republicans Speak out on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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