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AUDIO: On ‘Tax Day,’ Senate Democrats propose billions more in tax increases

Published on April 15, 2025
On Tax Day (Tuesday), State Senate Democrats unveil a sweeping tax package that would likely cost you and everyone you know more to live in Washington. You can comment at a Senate Ways and Means Committee hearing scheduled for 5:30 tomorrow (Wednesday). Tracy Ellis has more.
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AUDIO: Week 13 Legislative Session Update with Senate Republican Leader John Braun

Published on April 12, 2025
State Senate Democrats are pushing to scrap the one percent cap on property tax growth, opening the door for taxes to skyrocket with inflation. A Democrat rent control bill from the House cleared the Senate and now heads back to the House for further consideration. Senator Braun speaks out against both measures.
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AUDIO: Democrats pass bill to bully schools, sideline parents

Published on April 11, 2025
The state Senate Republican Leader accuses Senate Democrats of passing a bill that bullies schools and sidelines parents. Tracy Ellis reports.
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The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Property Taxes & Rent Control—The Unintended Consequences

Published on April 10, 2025
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 essential services.  
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AUDIO: Republicans Push Back Against Democrat-Led Property Tax Hike

Published on April 09, 2025
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.
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News from the Caucus

April 15, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: On ‘Tax Day,’ Senate Democrats propose billions more in tax increases

On Tax Day (Tuesday), State Senate Democrats unveil a sweeping tax package that would likely cost you and everyone you know more to live in Washington. You can comment at a Senate Ways and Means Committee hearing scheduled for 5:30 tomorrow (Wednesday). Tracy Ellis has more.
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April 12, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Week 13 Legislative Session Update with Senate Republican Leader John Braun

State Senate Democrats are pushing to scrap the one percent cap on property tax growth, opening the door for taxes to skyrocket with inflation. A Democrat rent control bill from the House cleared the Senate and now heads back to the House for further consideration. Senator Braun speaks out against both measures.
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April 11, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Democrats pass bill to bully schools, sideline parents

The state Senate Republican Leader accuses Senate Democrats of passing a bill that bullies schools and sidelines parents. Tracy Ellis reports.
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April 09, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

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.
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April 01, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Republican budget leader appreciates governor’s stance on budget situation

The Senate Republican Budget Lead is applauding Governor Bob Ferguson for echoing public outcry against excessive taxes and staying true to his word Tracy Ellis reports.
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March 31, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Sen. Braun Advocates for Fiscal Responsibility on KVI Radio

Sen. John Braun discussed tax relief, public safety, and government accountability on KVI Radio. He criticized excessive spending, opposed a property tax hike, and stressed fiscal responsibility to support families and businesses amid inflation.
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March 30, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO/VIDEO: Republican budget leaders shocked by Democrats’ rejection of no-new-taxes, no-cuts budget proposal

AUDIO: State Senate Democrats passed a budget that includes the largest tax increase in state history after rejecting a responsible, no-new-taxes, no-cuts proposal from Senate Republicans. Tracy Ellis reports.     VIDEO:  
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March 28, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Washington State Senate Republican leadership update with Senator John Braun.

Sen. John Braun criticizes Democrats’ $21B tax plan, including wealth, payroll, and property tax hikes. He warns of a $1B annual property tax increase within three years, burdening homeowners amid a housing crisis.
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March 27, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Senate Republican Leader: Tell the majority “NO” on higher property taxes

Your city, county, and state property taxes could soon rise as fast as inflation—Tracy Ellis explains how you can fight back.
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March 27, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Fishing and hunting licenses fee hike clears state Senate

If you hunt or fish in our state, pay attention: A bill just passed the Senate and is now in the House that would hike license fees by 38%. Tracy Ellis reports.
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March 25, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

VIDEO: Republican Leaders Criticize WA Budget

Legislative Republicans opposed new taxes in WA’s Democrat budget, citing harm to jobs and families. They called for fiscal restraint, transparency, and reforms, while highlighting their alternative budget focusing on safety and education without tax hikes. Concerns over spending increases were emphasized.
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March 24, 2025
Senate Republican Caucus

AUDIO: Republican Leaders Slam Democrat Budget Tax Hikes: Burden Families, Ignore Critical Needs

The budget battle in Olympia heats up. Top Senate Republicans say the Democrats’ spending plan underscores a clash of values—what’s prioritized, and who pays the price. Tracy Ellis has more.
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