Paul Harris

Rep. Paul Harris’ bill that would enhance administration capabilities at Washington state charter schools has moved one step closer to becoming law, after the Washington State Senate overwhelmingly passed the bill on a vote of 46-2, Thursday. “This is a great victory for charter schools in our state,” said Harris,...

It’s hard to believe, but we’re just about done with this short 60-day legislative session. Lawmakers in both the House and Senate have been working tirelessly in our committees, this week, to hear bills from the opposite house of origin. How those hearings go will decide the fate of many...

Rep. Paul Harris’ bill that would enhance administration capabilities at Washington state charter schools overwhelmingly passed the House today on a vote of 89-9. “This bill would make a big difference for charter schools in Washington,” said Harris, R-Vancouver. “Everyone is different and charter schools provide an excellent opportunity for...

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through this legislative session. We’ve officially passed the policy cut-off point, which means House floor activity is really going to pick up. A lot has happened since this session began and we have hundreds of bills to debate over the next several weeks....

A lot has happened during the first half of this 60-day session. The majority party has already signed off on more new taxes, the $30 car tab issue is still unsettled, and a low carbon fuel standard bill has passed to the Senate. Watch as Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, discusses...

In an effort to improve success at Washington state charter schools, Rep. Paul Harris has introduced a bill that would enhance administration capabilities at these schools. “We all learn differently,” said Harris, R-Vancouver, who testified during a public hearing in the House Committee on Education, on Thursday. “If we would’ve...

We’re now almost two weeks into the 2020 session, but there’s already a lot to talk about. But before I get into some of the details of the first two weeks, I want to pause and thank you for your sincere interest and concern for your neighborhoods and communities. I...

Rep. Paul Harris, is inviting citizens of the 17th District to come and be heard. Harris, R-Vancouver, will be hosting an interactive “open mic” event on Monday, Jan. 6 in Vancouver. Harris will be joining other state lawmakers in Olympia when the 2020 legislative begins Jan. 13. As he prepares,...

Winter is almost here and that means the 2020 legislative session is just around the corner. As with any session, the House of Representatives will be tackling numerous issues that are important to the people in the 17th District. Things in Olympia might seem a little quiet right now. But...