Friends and neighbors – My colleagues and I met earlier this month to pass legislation touching on a variety of areas. These were bills the House already passed, but did…
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Snohomish kids get less and homeowners pay more under Senate Republican education funding plan
Democratic plan is a clear win-win for students, middle class families, and small businesses OLYMPIA – Most areas of the state could see a sharp property tax increase under the…
State Republicans’ tax plan could hit Seattle-area property owners hard
OLYMPIA – Seattle-area households could see a sharp increase in property taxes if the Senate Republicans’ K-12 education funding plan prevails. The Seattle Public Schools property tax levy could increase…
New law to reduce distracted driving signed by governor
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TACOMA – A bipartisan effort by state lawmakers to target distracted driving received the governor’s endorsement today. The Driving Under the Influence of Electronics Act updates the 2010 state law…
Fighting sex trafficking in our communities
Friends and neighbors – I am proud of the good work being done by so many in our community. This week I welcomed Governor Jay Inslee and my legislative colleagues…