Senators Short and Warnick discussed key legislative issues on KPQ, including bills on unemployment for striking workers, stricter gun restrictions, and early release for violent juvenile offenders. They also noted Gov. Ferguson’s rare visit, where he addressed budget...
Sometimes, lawmakers push bills forward before they’re ready—a state senator says that’s what happened with an environmental crime bill. Tracy Ellis explains.
Washington’s ferry system is struggling, and two state senators say it’s time for action. Tracy Ellis reports.
KVI's John Carlson interviews Sen. Leonard Christian about a bill that could prosecute lawful gun owners for carrying in newly prohibited areas. Christian criticizes Democrats for targeting responsible citizens while easing restrictions for felons. He urges public...
Sen. Jeff Wilson joined Johnny Manson on Local Matters to discuss legislative issues, including tax increases, road usage fees, and government accountability. He criticized free EV charging at state facilities, opposed lowering the DUI limit, and defended local...
A state Senator is calling out a new gun bill, saying it won’t actually protect anyone—it’ll just punish law-abiding gun owners. Tracy Ellis reports.
When every second counts in a school emergency, a silent alarm could save lives. Tracy Ellis tells us that’s the goal of legislation that would create Alyssa’s Law.
You used to be able to order a house from a Sears catalog - now Washington might be bringing that idea back. Tracy Ellis reports.
State Senator Phil Fortunato is calling out Democrats for refusing to act on his bill to protect girls' sports. Tracy Ellis has more.
A bill to meet the needs of aging and disabled veterans—including those experiencing homelessness—gets unanimous approval in the state Senate. Elani Scott Reports.
Republican lawmakers in Olympia discuss key legislative priorities. Topics include public safety funding, tax proposals, budget concerns, and controversial bills on rent control, gun laws, and reproductive rights and gender affirming care. They oppose tax increases...
Senator Shelly Short on KOZI with a legislative update, covering key issues in Olympia. She discusses the long session’s next steps, concerns over an environmental crimes bill, the defeat of an initiative-restricting proposal, and debates over the natural gas...
