OLYMPIA—Yesterday, the Washington State House of Representatives passed three of Rep. Brian Blake’s (D-Aberdeen) measures aimed at protecting orcas, celebrating clams, and increasing commercial fishing. HB 1580 passed the House…
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Blake’s 05/09/18 Update: Orca Recovery Task Force / End of Session Report / Election Year Restrictions
Orca Recovery Task Force A couple of weeks ago I was appointed to serve on the Southern Resident Killer Whale Task Force. The fact that we only have about 75…
Blake to serve on orca recovery task force
Last week the Speaker of the Washington House of Representatives, Frank Chopp, appointed Rep. Brian Blake, D-Aberdeen, to the Southern Resident Killer Whale Task Force. Southern resident orca whales are…
Democrats’ plan cuts taxes, balances budget and increases reserves
OLYMPIA — The Legislature adjourned today after passing a balanced budget plan that will provide property tax relief while leaving a healthy reserve fund for future emergencies such as wildfires…
New state budget offers help—and hope—to rural hospitals
OLYMPIA — Help is on the way for rural hospitals, especially two sole community hospitals that are the foundation of health care for residents in Clallam County and Grays Harbor…