Probst’s Opportunity Scholarships will help 3,000 families afford college OLYMPIA – Washington state high school seniors and college students may apply immediately for a new college scholarship program that…
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A new direction for higher education
By Rep. Larry Seaquist (D-Gig Harbor) and Rep. Larry Haler (R-Richland) Right now, leadership and budget writers from all four caucuses and the governor’s office are negotiating a final supplemental…
Newly-signed Legislation keeps Washington at forefront of aviation biofuels industry
OLYMPIA – A measure signed by Governor Gregoire today helps to complete the supply chain for Washington’s aviation biofuels industry all the way from research to market. House Bill 2422,…
Ferries get boost in transportation budget
Democratic legislators succeed in efforts on new boat, Colman Dock, Kingston OLYMPIA – The transportation budget approved late Thursday night by the Legislature buoys prospects for maintaining ferry service between…
“A great teacher in every classroom” – Governor signs teacher- and principal-evaluation bill
OLYMPIA – Today, the governor signed into law a bipartisan bill that will give teachers and principals the tools to ensure every child has a high-quality education. SB 5895, the…