OLYMPIA—House Democrats today elected Rep. David Frockt to serve as their Assistant Floor Leader in the state House of Representatives. “I’m honored that my colleagues entrusted me with the job…
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In the House Today
Wednesday 1/19/11 8:00 am HHR B Health Care & Wellness Work Session: 1. Washington’s Prescription Drug Program. 8:00 am HHR D Higher Education Work Session: 1. New Ways…
Tharinger’s ‘SoundCorps’ bill creates jobs, streamlines government
OLYMPIA – Rep. Steve Tharinger (D – Sequim) introduced a bill today that creates jobs, restores Puget Sound, and streamlines government. House Bill 1294 would consolidate the Washington Conservation Corps…
House early action budget bill cuts shortfall; preserves basic ed, kids’ healthcare
OLYMPIA – The House unveiled a plan today that takes another $340 million bite out of the current budget shortfall while maintaining current funding levels for basic education and Apple…
Answering Email
I’m sitting at my desk in Olympia answering email, mostly about the budget. Lots of people are writing in about different subjects, but all have the same theme – protect…