The state Senate Republican Leader accuses Senate Democrats of passing a bill that bullies schools and sidelines parents. Tracy Ellis reports.
AUDIO: Democrats pass bill to bully schools, sideline parents
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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: Senator Phil Fortunato on The Carrie Abbott Show
Washington State Senator Phil Fortunato challenges a hate crime bill’s vague language, believing it will put people at risk, while he also attempted to amend it to protect Tesla drivers. Senator Fortunato joins Carrie to explain why, along with his views on a budget...
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...
The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Property Taxes & Rent Control—The Unintended Consequences
Senate Republican Leader John Braun discusses concerns over proposed property tax increases and rent control, featuring voices from homeowners, renters, and landlords. He examines economic impacts, the housing crisis, and the broader effects on businesses and...
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...
AUDIO: Senator Keith Wagoner talks property taxes on KVI’s Morning Ride
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...
AUDIO: Republicans Push Back Against Democrat-Led Property Tax Hike
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.
AUDIO: Senator Keith Goehner Addresses Budget, Housing, and Transparency Issues in KOZI Interview
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.
AUDIO: Senator Perry Dozier on KONA Radio: Bipartisan Capital Budget Insights & Property Tax Hikes
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...