It’s budget week in Olympia
Last week the House Democrats laid out our plan for the 2015-17 operating budget. The proposal makes important investments in K-12 education, early learning, foster care programs, mental health funding,…
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Legislative Update — April Edition
The Budgets Are Out! I have had very busy week in the Appropriations and Finance committees, both which I serve on, considering bills that affect our state budget. I…
Rep. Lytton’s Legislative Update: Week 12
Dear Friends and Neighbors, We’ve made it to Week 12! Last Friday, Representatives Ross Hunter and Reuven Carlyle released the 2015-17 House Operating Budget. I support this budget because it…
Thursday, April 2
PRINT Associated Press Bill to hike Washington minimum wage stalls in Olympia State House, Senate to vote on differing budget plans Governor signs measure paving way for WSU medical…
Wednesday, April 1
PRINT Associated Press House, Senate budgets direct more money to education Lawmakers consider ban on new powdered alcohol product before it ever hits stores (Hurst) Senate Republicans release Washington…