Podcasts about An Affordable Washington
VIDEO: KIRO: Sen. Chris Gildon – Washington lawmakers look to reduce budget deficit
The spendy nature of the Washington State Legislature will be reined this year, based on revenue forecasts for the state. [button link="https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/washington-lawmakers-look-reduce-budget-deficit/SMSCVRDDZJAPXORCT66GQA4GZ4/" type="icon"...
VIDEO: [un]Divided with Brandi Kruse: Senator John Braun Discusses Public Schools Leadership
In this episode of [un]Divided, Senator John Braun sits down with Brandi Kruse to share his perspective on why the Superintendent of Public Instruction should be appointed rather than elected. Check out this insightful discussion on the future of public school...
AUDIO: Boehnke files bill to restrict governor’s influence on siting of energy projects
The governor's recent action on a controversial energy project has sparked new legislation from a Tri-Cities state senator. Tracy Ellis reports.
SRC On Air: Sen. Keith Wagoner on Spokane Public Radio
Sen. Keith Wagoner answer questions related to legislative leadership, including – what’s a whip? Wagoner represents Skagit and Snohomish counties and serves as the Senate Republican Caucus Whip.
The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: New Democrat taxes, hiring more law enforcement, repealing sanctuary state status
State Senate Democrats accidentally leak new tax plans. A bill seeks 100 million dollars to help hire more law-enforcement officers. A Senator wants to help illegal immigrants by repealing Washington's sanctuary state status. Guests include: Sen. Chris Gildon, Sen....
AUDIO: State Senate Democrats accidentally leak new tax plans (See Democrat documents here)
State Senate Democrats accidentally leaked their new tax proposals. Tracy Ellis reports. Democrat Documents: 2025 SDC revenue policy handout - FINAL 2025 Revenue Discussion slides
VIDEO: Sen. Mike Padden on Spokane County Spotlight
Spokane County Commissioner Josh Kerns talks with State Senator Mike Padden about his career in public service, and insights on top issues before the Washington State Legislature. https://youtu.be/RNVKSTmsTx8?si=MoCIcEEJjb-qNJdp
AUDIO: Boehnke bill seeks to free Washington from California vehicle emissions rules
A new bill seeks to separate Washington from California’s vehicle-emission standards while enhancing emissions reporting. Tracy Ellis explains.
SRC On Air: Sen. Jeff Holy on The Lars Larson Show
Senator Jeff Holy talks with Lars Larson about his bipartisan bill that would use $100 million to help hire more law-enforcement officers.
AUDIO: Holy bill seeks $100 million to help hire more law-enforcement officers
To boost the number of law-enforcement officers in Washington, a state senator is sponsoring a new bipartisan bill. Tracy Ellis reports
AUDIO: Final Inslee budget proposal would continue staggering spending growth says Republican budget leader
Governor Jay Inslee’s budget shows his commitment to tax-and-spend to the end according to the state Senate Republican budget leader. Kimberly Wirtz explains.
SRC On Air: Sen. Phil Fortunato on KIRO Radio’s Seattle’s Morning News
Sen. Phil Fortunato talks to KIRO Radio’s Dave Ross about his bill that aims to close dangerous loopholes by repealing sanctuary state laws and administrative policies that limit cooperation between state law enforcement and federal immigration authorities.
VIDEO: KXLY: Sen. Phil Fortunato bill would create new categories for boys and girls sports
Fortunato’s bill would create categories for athletes based on their chromosomes and gender identity, plus a separate category for athletes with variations in their chromosomes. https://youtu.be/vaHWqIVezjw?si=WFEIZAkJVW5B_GJt
SRC On Air: Sen. John Braun on The Lars Larson Show
Senate Republican Leader John Braun discusses with Lars Larson the strategies Republicans can employ to pass legislation despite the Democrats holding a super-majority in the legislature.
The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Majority Coalition Caucus versus single-party rule
As Democrats prepare for unilateral, supermajority control in Olympia, Republicans recall a more bipartisan era - 12 years ago, when the Majority Coalition Caucus, an historic alliance that ushered in a wave of critical reforms, came into existence.
Senate Republicans announce committee leadership for 2025 legislative session
OLYMPIA…The Washington State Senate Republican Caucus today announced which of its members will serve as the lead Republicans on Senate policy and budget committees for the 2025-26 legislative term. The full slate of committee assignments will be finalized through a...
AUDIO: State Senate Republicans announce 2025 leaders
The person picked to lead State Senate Republicans is focused on getting things done, despite being in the minority. Tracy Ellis explains.
Senate Republicans announce 2025 caucus leaders
OLYMPIA…Washington Senate Republicans today elected their leadership team for the 2024-25 legislative term. Leader: Sen. John Braun, Centralia Caucus Chair: Sen. Judy Warnick, Ellensburg Floor Leader: Sen. Shelly Short, Addy Whip: Sen. Keith Wagoner, Sedro Woolley...
SRC On Air: Sen. Phil Fortunato on The Lars Larson Show
Sen. Phil Fortunato talks to Lars Larson about his legislation to protect Washingtonians by removing violent criminals who are in the state illegally.
AUDIO: Fortunato Gets Jump Start on Trump’s Deportation Plan
In anticipation of Trump Administration immigration changes, a state Senator hopes to remove violent criminals by reintroducing a bill to repeal Washington's sanctuary state status. Tracy Ellis reports.