With special session wrapped up, and the supplemental budget on its way to the Governor’s desk, I want to respond to YOUR questions. Below is a quick update on the…
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Tag: McCleary
Statement by Rep. Hans Dunshee on the state revenue forecast
The new revenue forecast shows it’s a myth that we can grow our way out of the McCleary responsibility. Our state is growing jobs faster than almost anywhere else in…
McCleary Phase II
My colleague, Rep. Ross Hunter, has an excellent summary of the challenges facing the state in the coming months regarding teacher compensation and local levy reform. This will be the…
McCleary Phase II
The Legislature has made significant progress toward fully funding basic education. In the last three years, we’ve reduced K-3 class sizes, funded all-day kindergarten, and provided kids adequate materials and…
Statement from Rep. Ross Hunter in response to today’s order from the Washington State Supreme Court
8/13/15 The following is a statement from House Appropriations Committee Chair Ross Hunter (D-Medina) in response to today’s order from the Washington State Supreme Court: “The Supreme Court released a…