OLYMPIA – Legislation to take often-unneeded phosphorus out of lawn fertilizer was signed today by Gov. Gregoire. Rep. Jeff Morris, D-Mount Vernon, is the second sponsor of the measure to…
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Bill balancing watershed-stewardship and agriculture heads to governor’s desk
Takko’s measure is aimed at resolving disputes before disputants become litigants OLYMPIA – Balance in the way Washington’s public law protects watersheds, preserves agricultural lands, and promotes farming – that’s…
Orwall’s Foreclosure Fairness Act signed into law
OLYMPIA – Hope came to life this morning for thousands of Washington families facing the loss of their homes, thanks to Gov. Chris Gregoire signing the Foreclosure Fairness Act of…
“Clean Fertilizers, Healthier Lakes and Rivers Act” becomes law
OLYMPIA – Toxic algae blooms are polluting some of Washington’s lakes, rivers and streams, but a new measure signed by the Governor today will help reduce this harmful and costly…
Governor signs law allowing beer and wine tastings at farmers markets
OLYMPIA—Washingtonians in many parts of the state will soon be able to sample some of Washington’s award-winning wines and microbrews at a nearby farmers market. Gov. Chris Gregoire today signed…