Category: Ross Hunter
Statement from House Ways and Means Chair Ross Hunter regarding the Senate supplemental budget proposal:
“I am happy to see this proposal from the Senate today. It’s crucial that we act swiftly to close the current budget gap, and this is the next step in…
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…
Eastside State Reps. Hunter and Eddy join Governor for 520 bill signing
BELLEVUE – Eastside State Reps. Ross Hunter (D-Medina) and Deb Eddy (D-Kirkland) joined Governor Chris Gregoire at Bellevue City Hall this morning where she signed ESSB 6392, the breakthrough compromise…
2009 Legislative Agenda
This year will be particularly difficult due to the national economic disaster. Unlike the federal government, Washington is required to have a balanced budget. Our budget situation is dire, and…