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.
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...
Sen. Shelly Short and Reps. Andrew Engell and Hunter Abell discuss key legislative issues on Okanogan Country Radio, including transparency in budget negotiations, concerns over proposed tax increases, and efforts to support law enforcement hiring. They also highlight...
In a KPQ legislative interview, Senators John Braun and Judy Warnick discuss the state budget deadlock, highlighting tax concerns and the push for fiscal responsibility. They praise Governor Ferguson’s opposition to excessive spending while debating whether a special...
Senator Chris Gildon criticizes Washington’s budget process on the Lars Larson Show, highlighting closed-door negotiations that exclude public input. He warns of rising taxes, especially property tax hikes, arguing they threaten affordability for residents. He vows to...
The latest buzz around the Capital Budget reveals updates on Washington's state construction spending plan, paving the way for infrastructure growth. It includes significant funding for water infrastructure in eastern Washington.
Senator Short celebrates a legislative victory, helping her colleague, Representative Andrew Engell of Colville, push through a bill focused on improving group B public water systems.
Senator Braun dives into discussions about key state leaders, including Governor Bob Ferguson, Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti, and Attorney General Nick Brown, shaping the political landscape.
Senator Wilson is tackling the rising issue of theft and vandalism at electric vehicle charging stations with his new bill—an effort to protect the future of transportation.
The Democrat proposal in Olympia to eliminate the one percent cap on property-tax increases is igniting record-breaking opposition. Top state Senate Republicans are urging Democrats to heed the public's concerns. Tracy Ellis explains.
A state Senator is criticizing Legislative Democrats for their decision to negotiate the state budget in secrecy. Tracy Ellis explains.
On 94.7 Timber Country's Local Matters, Senator Jeff Wilson discusses proposed record tax increases, bipartisan concerns over non-citizen law enforcement, a controversial hunting and fishing fee hike, and pay raises for elected officials, emphasizing fiscal...
