Senate Republican Leader John Braun talks about why a new Senate Republican housing strategy to tackle Washington’s affordability crisis is important. With housing becoming increasingly inaccessible statewide, the plan aims to remove regulatory barriers and make it...
Senator Matt Boehnke joined The Bottom Line on NewsRadio 610 to discuss policy cut-off day, highlighting bad bills that didn’t advance, including bans on wood stoves and certain appliances. He raised concerns about potential federal funding loss due to state policies,...
Sen. Shelly Short celebrates a win as the wood stove bill dies but stays vigilant. She opposes a road usage tax, calling it double taxation that hurts rural communities. With high admin costs and no clear system, she vows to fight it to protect constituents.
Did Washington’s emergency powers reform just get watered down? The state senator leading the charge says yes. Tracy Ellis reports.
CORRECTION: The original version of this Newsflash incorrectly quoted the proposed mileage tax at 26 cents per mile. The correct tax rate per mile is 2.6 cents per mile. The article below has been corrected to reflect the 2.6 cent rate. IN THE NEWS: Emergency...
State Senator Phil Fortunato joins Lars Larson to expose taxpayer-funded grants supporting left-wing agendas, including anti-Second Amendment initiatives and controversial social programs. He argues for redirecting funds and urges conservatives to scrutinize...
Senator Mark Schoesler provides a legislative update, highlighting key developments in the 2025 session. He discusses Senate Bill 5382, which he opposes for restricting the initiative process, and notes progress on his county commissioner vacancies and tax cleanup...
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs does not like a bill proposing new rules for the state’s initiative process. Under the proposed legislation, after someone signs a petition, they would be asked to sign a declaration. Sen. Jeff Wilson says, “There seems to be...
Senators Shelly Short and Judy Warnick joined Chris Hansen on KPQ, discussing legislative concerns, including taxation, transportation funding, and budget priorities. They highlighted public opposition to a road usage charge, the need for responsible budgeting, and...
Prime sponsor state Senator Keith Wagoner (R-Sedro-Woolley) said the governor should have strong authority to immediately handle an emergency, but the legislature should be able to check that power. https://youtu.be/nDuODm_5vbM?si=4kQ-5s_JUPIb5y7U
The State Department of Commerce is awarding taxpayer-funded grants to groups that actively oppose Second Amendment rights––and a state Senator doesn’t like it. Tracy Ellis explains.
Sen. Matt Boehnke on KONA Radio discussing Washington's reliance on California's emissions policies, the impact of EV mandates on businesses, and rising costs for residents. He supports letting markets drive innovation over government mandates. Federal rollbacks could...
