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Senate Republican Leader John Braun reacts to Democrats introducing an income tax bill. Braun highlights the state’s constitutional precedent against income taxes, past voter rejections, and why he sees the proposal as a “money grab” with minimal tax relief for working families.

Washington Democrats have introduced a bill to enact an income tax in our state. Senate Republican Leader John Braun and Budget Lead Chris Gildon join Tracy Ellis to break down what’s in the bill, why it matters, and what comes next. Who will be impacted first—and why everyone should pay attention Why promises of tax...

Dear Friends and Neighbors,   The unconstitutional income tax (Senate Bill 6346) proposed by Democrats this week will be heard in the Senate Ways & Means Committee at 1:30 p.m. meeting this TODAY in Senate Hearing Room 4 of the John A. Cherberg Building on the Capitol Campus in Olympia.   As of 9:00 a.m....

On KOZI, Sen. Shelly Short discusses the proposed income tax, calling it unconstitutional and harmful to small businesses. She highlighted concerns over affordability and state spending priorities. Short also addressed rising property insurance costs, advocating for transparency and wildfire risk reduction. She urged constituents to stay engaged and share feedback.

Majority Democrats in Olympia unveiled their much-anticipated bill to impose a state income tax. Tracy Ellis reports.

OLYMPIA — Legislation sponsored by Sen. Ron Muzzall to crack down on reckless driving and make Washington roads safer continues to advance through the legislative process, and was highlighted in the governor’s State of the State address. Senate Bill 5890 would expand negligent driving in the first degree to include cases where a driver is...

An income tax on anyone will become an income tax on everyone   OLYMPIA…Majority Democrats in Olympia today dropped a bill to impose an income tax in Washington state, ignoring that the people of Washington have rejected similar unconstitutional income taxes 10 times. Senate Republican Leader John Braun, R-Centralia, and House Republican Leader Drew Stokesbary,...

The state Senate honored the Seattle Mariners for their historic 2025 season and catcher Cal Raleigh’s record-breaking year. Tracy Ellis reports.

On Tuesday, February 3, Senate and House Republicans are hosting two listening sessions on the two citizen-initiatives that have been submitted to the Legislature this year. While it is the Legislature’s constitutional duty to prioritize initiatives above all other business, majority Democrats refuse to allow a hearing on either proposal. This shuts down any opportunity...

Senate Republican Leader John Braun calls out Washington’s new ban on law enforcement masks on The Lars Larson Show, arguing it endangers federal officers and their families. Braun warns of skyrocketing harassment, doxing, and unsafe confrontations, criticizing Democrats for prioritizing politics over public safety.

First, I want to thank the families and community members who joined us last Monday night in Kennewick for the town hall on the proposed less restrictive alternative (LRA) placement. I was encouraged by the strong turnout and deeply appreciate everyone who took the time to show up, ask questions, and share personal concerns. When...

Join Senator Shelly Short and Representative Hunter Abell on Okanogan Country Radio for an in-depth conversation about key issues shaping Washington’s legislative session. From the controversy over initiatives to the legislature—including the Parents’ Bill of Rights and girls’ sports fairness—to efforts addressing declining wildlife populations and wildfire prevention funding, this episode covers what matters most...