OLYMPIA – If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. As is the case this week with the Senate Republican’s supposed “balanced” budget. Less than 24 hours…
Senate Republican budget proposal already $45 million in the red
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Racing ahead for children and a fair budget
Early Start Last week was a huge victory for children across Washington – the Early Start Act made great strides forward and House Democrats fully funded early learning opportunities in…
Senate Republicans reject request for more time to study their budget
OLYMPIA – House Democrats asked Senate Republican leaders this morning to give more time to the public to review the Senate’s operating budget before hearing the bill this afternoon –…
Rep. Ross Hunter response to Senate Republican Budget Release
“Now that both proposals are public, I look forward to beginning negotiations with the budget leaders in both chambers. Getting the negotiation process started right away is critical to reaching…
Lawmakers aim to toughen laws on oil trains
Lawmakers aim to toughen laws on oil trains By Jerry Cornfield, Herald writer OLYMPIA — State lawmakers are trying to reach agreement on tougher rules for the transportation of oil…