A drop in state revenue highlights need for a cautious approach in the new state budget according to the lead Senate Republican budget writer.
Kimberly Wirtz reports.
9th District Sen. Mark Schoesler talks about the long-term care bills that were being considered by the Senate. He also gives a preview of the upcoming state revenue forecast.
Sen. Brad Hawkins discusses the virtual session, the positive revenue forecast, an income tax on capital gains, budgets, and the governor’s executive powers.
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Listen to this 20th District Legislative Update with Senator John Braun.
Topics: getting kids back to school, positive revenue forecast, status of the income tax on capital gains
Sen. Brad Hawkins talks to Kevin Rounce and Kalie Drago on the KPQ Morning Report about the latest revenue forecast, the income tax on capital gains, federal stimulus funds, and state budgets.
A State Senator says a new revenue forecast proves Washington’s tax system isn’t broken.
Tracy Ellis explains.
Senate Republican Leader John Braun on Let’s Talk About It on KELA radio discussing higher than expected revenue projections, the income tax on capital gains, the high tax fuel standard, cap and tax, access to democracy and more.
Sen. Mark Schoesler talks with John Carlson of KVI Radio about the increased tax revenue projections that make it even clearer that there’s no need for new taxes.
Absolutely no need for increased taxes… that’s the message from state Senate Republicans after new revenue projections were announced.
Tracy Ellis reports.
Our state is now collecting enough revenue to avoid major cuts and tax hikes.
Does that mean it’s time for government to use money that’s already in hand to help businesses devastated by Governor Inslee’s COVID restrictions?
Tracy Ellis tells us that at least one lawmaker says – YES, YES IT DOES.
