House approves bill to address teacher shortage crisis
OLYMPIA – The House of Representatives passed another bill aimed at getting more qualified teachers into our classrooms to address the growing teacher crisis in Washington. HB 2573 would ramp…
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48th LD Lawmakers to host town hall meeting and telephone town hall
OLYMPIA – As the legislature prepares to make critical decisions on education, and the state’s operating and capital budgets, the 48th Legislative District delegation will host one live town hall…
House passes suicide awareness and prevention measure
OLYMPIA – Late last night, the Washington House of Representatives passed House Bill 2793 on a 93-4 vote. The legislation will raise awareness and increase suicide prevention education by working…
Statement by Rep. Hans Dunshee on the state revenue forecast
The new revenue forecast shows it’s a myth that we can grow our way out of the McCleary responsibility. Our state is growing jobs faster than almost anywhere else in…
House passes Rep. Lytton bill to simplify B&O tax filing for businesses
OLYMPIA – House Finance Chair Rep. Kristine Lytton (D – Anacortes) wants to make it easier for Washington businesses to file their B&O taxes. Last night the House passed Lytton’s…