OLYMPIA—The new capital budget (House Bill 1102) passed by the state House and Senate invests a record-breaking amount to build public schools, colleges, affordable housing and mental health facilities. In…
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Rep. Sherry Appleton’s dog-breed bill signed by Gov. Inslee
OLYMPIA—Under current law, cities in Washington state are allowed to prohibit residents from keeping certain breeds of dogs within the city limits. The usual targets of such laws are, of…
Historic ‘public option’ healthcare bill passes Legislature, heads to Inslee’s desk
OLYMPIA — A bill passed April 27 by the Washington State Legislature would create a public option for health care coverage, available through Washington’s Health Benefit Exchange. The plan would…
Rep. Thai’s pharmacy inspection measure signed by governor
OLYMPIA – A bill to ensure out of state pharmacies adhere to the same patient safety inspections as in-state pharmacies was signed by the governor into law today. Rep. My-Linh…
Shewmake succeeds in efforts to have funds for Fishtrap Creek erosion fix included in state House construction budget
OLYMPIA – A thorny problem that literally cuts through the heart of Lynden is moving toward a win-win solution. State Rep. Sharon Shewmake is pushing for funding in the state…