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  Tharinger and Bernbaum say House budgets move Washington forward  | March 24, 2025

  OLYMPIA—The operating and transportation budgets proposed by the House of Representatives will protect vital services in a time of declining revenue, said local lawmakers Rep. Steve Tharinger (D-Port Townsend) and… READ MORE

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  House Democratic Operating Budget Holds the Line on Housing, Food Assistance, and Maintains Critical Services and Programs | March 24, 2025

  OLYMPIA – House Democrats released their 2025-2027 operating budget today, which protects crucial services and programs at current funding levels while making responsible reductions and freezes to planned spending along… READ MORE

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  Washington House Democrats Mourn Loss of Speaker Frank Chopp | March 23, 2025

  Washington’s longest-serving Speaker of the House leaves behind a legacy of leadership, resilience, and determination to put people first  OLYMPIA – Washington state’s longest-serving Speaker of the House passed away… READ MORE

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  House Democrats introduce proposed revenue bills | March 21, 2025

  OLYMPIA – Today, House Democrats introduced proposed revenue legislation for the 2025-27 operating budget. Washington state is facing a budget shortfall of $15 billion, with several billion more needed to… READ MORE

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  House Democrats Mourn the Passing of Ralph Munro, Honor His Legacy of Courage | March 20, 2025

  OLYMPIA – Following the passing of Ralph Munro today, Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) and members of House Democratic leadership issued the following statement in mourning and celebrating his extraordinary contributions… READ MORE

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  Ormsby: “This is what we expected…our focus is on maintaining food, shelter, and health.” | March 18, 2025

  OLYMPIA – Representative Timm Ormsby (D-Spokane), chair of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement regarding today’s forecast: “Given the volatility of the last few months on the national… READ MORE

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  House passes Stonier bill to keep students safe | March 14, 2025

  OLYMPIA—The House of Representatives passed a major piece of education policy written by Rep. Monica Stonier (D-Vancouver) after a marathon debate.  “This is about making sure all students have a… READ MORE

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  Nance bill mobilizing wildfire response to save lives passes House | March 13, 2025

  OLYMPIA – When it comes to wildfire response, every second counts. House Bill 1271, sponsored by Rep. Greg Nance (D-Kitsap) would allow the Washington State Patrol to mobilize local jurisdictions… READ MORE