Category Archives: Mike Sells
Reps. McCoy & Sells – Legislative Update on Special Session 2
We are back at work in Olympia today. It was certainly not our plan to still be here but, unfortunately, our education budget is still not approved. Governor Inslee made it pretty clear in his remarks this week why we’re … Continue reading
Rep. Mike Sells – Legislative Update for May 20, 2013
Budget negotiations are continuing in Olympia this week. Most legislators are back at home, however, resuming their jobs and a normal family life. Once budget writers reach agreement on most outstanding issues, lawmakers will return to finish work on the … Continue reading
Reps. Mike Sells and Hans Dunshee op-ed in the Everett Herald
Funding education: Closing tax loopholes is not increasing taxes Corporate tax breaks or your children’s and grandchildren’s future. The ability to grow jobs and compete economically with a well-trained and educated workforce, or continuing outdated tax loopholes to special interests … Continue reading
Rep.Mike Sells Legislative Update for April 26,2013
The session is scheduled to adjourn on Sunday, April 28. However, we will be going into overtime to continue budget negotiations and reach consensus between the House, Senate and Governor Inslee. Are certain tax exemptions more important than educating our … Continue reading
Rep. Mike Sells – Legislative Update, March 29, 2013
Governor Inslee released his proposal for the 2013-15 operating budget yesterday. We expect that the Senate will follow with their own plan early next week, and the House will roll out our plan soon after. Then, budget writers in both … Continue reading