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…
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Rep. Wylie’s Update: I-5 Bridge / Education Funding / Levy Cliff / Equal Pay
Dear neighbors, Today is the 61st day of this very busy and hectic 2017 Legislative Session, which calls for a quick update on the happenings in Olympia. I-5 Bridge Bill…
Levy cliff fix headed to Governor’s desk
OLYMPIA – The House of Representatives voted today to fix the looming $358 million levy cliff crisis facing public schools next year. Without this bill, school districts have been forced…
Rep. Orwall’s Mar 3, 2017 Legislative Update: New Town Hall Date / Education Funding / Student Debt
Keeping our promise to one million school kids After investing nearly $5 billion additional dollars in our public schools over the last six years, Washington is one step closer to…
Sells’ 2/25/17 Update: Funding Education / Executive Order / Transgender Students / Capitol Ideas
Keeping our promise to one million school kids This week the House of Representatives approved HB 1843 to ensure our schools are fully funded and every child receives opportunities to…