Dear friends and neighbors, As most of you know, the Legislature is in the middle of a second special session to pass a new two-year budget for our state. Because…
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Google Map: The true numbers behind the Democratic and Republican education plans
Democrats and Republicans have endorsed competing plans to fund education and satisfy the state Supreme Court’s McCleary decision. Both sides agree additional revenue sources are needed to meet the state’s…
State Republicans’ education funding plan shortchanges Spokane-area students
Democratic plan a clear win-win for students, middle class families, and small businesses OLYMPIA – Most areas of the state could see a sharp property tax increase under the Senate…
State Republicans’ tax plan could hit Seattle-area property owners hard
OLYMPIA – Seattle-area households could see a sharp increase in property taxes if the Senate Republicans’ K-12 education funding plan prevails. The Seattle Public Schools property tax levy could increase…
State Republicans’ education funding plan shortchanges 1.1 million students
Democratic plan a clear win-win for students, middle class families, and small businesses
OLYMPIA – Washington State Senate Republicans are holding firm on claims that their budget invests more money towards public schools while providing tax cuts for 83% of taxpayers despite nonpartisan…