Chris Gildon explains his vote against HB 1240, the rifle ban approved by the State Senate. One of three major gun control measures under consideration by the Legislature in 2023, the bill offers a simplistic solution and does not address root causes of violence....
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AUDIO: Senate Republican budget leads react to Democrat proposal to triple growth rate of property taxes
At least 20 state Senate Democrats are now pushing a significant property tax increase. Kimberly Wirtz reports.
AUDIO: To save lives, Senate should stand its ground on reform of failed drug-possession law, says Republican leader
Hard drug possession would remain a misdemeanor under a bill now back in the state Senate after passing in the House. Tracy Ellis reports.
VIDEO: Sen. Perry Dozier Legislative Update
Sen. Perry Dozier asked for $21 million in the next state-government transportation budget to address a serious road-safety issue in the 16th district. This video goes into detail about the request and where it stands. https://youtu.be/b9lm8GP6ueo
SRC On Air: Sen. Jeff Wilson on the KXRO Morning News
Sen. Jeff Wilson talks with Kyle Pauley on KXRO radio about a bill banning certain firearms and the impact of hard drugs on communities. https://soundcloud.com/kxronews/4-12-23-senator-jeff-wilson
AUDIO: Status of bill to expand vehicular pursuit
A bill that would make it easier for police to pursue some criminals remains alive in the state Legislature. Kimberly Wirtz reports.
VIDEO: TVW: Legislative Republican Leadership Media Availability
Republican leaders from the Senate and House hold their weekly media availability to provide updates on the 2023 legislative session. https://youtu.be/RL5g5_OQb9w
VIDEO: KIRO 7: Western Washington gun store owners respond to rifle ban, featuring Sen. Jeff Wilson.
The State Senate’s approval of House Bill 1240 banning the sale and manufacturing of certain firearms is getting a lot of pushback from Senate Republicans and gun store owners who believe this bill isn’t truly addressing the issue of gun violence.
SRC On Air: Sen. Brad Hawkins on KOZI Radio in Chelan
Sen. Brad Hawkins on the KOZI Morning News talking about the Democrat bill that bans certain firearms, the legislative process, Hydrogen, and more.
AUDIO: Legislative Democrats reject Fortunato amendment to protect students from shooters
Banning some rifles won’t protect kids, according to a state Senator, but increasing security at schools will. Tracy Ellis explains.
SRC On Air: Sen. Drew MacEwen on KMAS Radio in Shelton
Sen. Drew MacEwen talks with KMAS Daybreak host Spencer Hughes about the Democrat bill that bans certain firearms and the capital gains income tax.
SRC On Air: Sen. John Braun on KVI Radio’s Ari Hoffman Show
Sen. John Braun talks to KVI Radio’s Ari Hoffman about how Legislative Democrats are focusing on divisive ideological issues instead of what’s important to the people of Washington, such as improving public safety.