Podcasts about An Affordable Washington

Sen. Phil Fortunato slammed Democrats for blocking his bill to keep girls' sports single-sex, citing fairness and safety concerns. On Lars Larson’s show, he called out officials for failing to stand up for female athletes, vowing, “Young women deserve better and will...

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.

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...

Lawmakers in Olympia are battling over tax hikes, rural hospital control, and controversial wildlife policies. Republicans fought back against new local tax increases and blocked a bill restricting hospital mergers. Meanwhile, rural lawmakers say urban politicians...

Governor Ferguson says Washington can’t tax its way out of its budget crisis, proposing $4B in cuts. Sen. Gildon disputes the $15B deficit, calling it $6.7B. Major tax hikes, rent control, & costly bills are on the table. Gildon teases big news next week!

Two bipartisan bills aimed at improving health care access and supporting medical workers in Washington passed the state Senate unanimously. Tracy Ellis reports.

Senator Jeff Wilson shares his frustration over the diluted emergency powers reform bill and concerns about Washington’s spending problem. He questions the accountability of government funding, debates controversial bills, and warns about federal funding risks. Is...

Washington state’s governor has tremendous power during emergencies. Some lawmakers want to check that power... especially after former Governor Inslee retained his pandemic authority for over two and a half years. [button...