Snohomish High School students research and propose new laws
In a unique program started by the late civics teacher, Tuck Gionet, students from Snohomish High School research a problem and draft legislation to fix it–then come to Olympia to…
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Legislative Update from Rep. Van De Wege: Our first week back in Olympia
An update from Kevin: The first week of legislative session Hello from Olympia! With the first week of the legislative session behind me, I wanted to reach out and update…
Takko and Blake inducted into Hunters Heritage Council Hall of Fame
Earlier this week, the Hunters Heritage Council inducted Sen. Dean Takko, D-Longview, and Rep. Brian Blake, D-Aberdeen, into the Hunters Heritage Council Hall of Fame. This recognition was presented to…
Bill will cap out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs
OLYMPIA – A bill introduced in the Washington State Legislature on Thursday will make it easier for people in Washington to afford costly prescription medications by capping the out-of-pocket expenses…
Let’s get back to work on bipartisan school-funding plan
Originally published in The News Tribune School is about to start after a long, hot summer. My two daughters are ready to begin junior high and high school. What isn’t…