Talk turned to tax breaks during a Democratic news conference in Olympia this week, and folks in rural areas might like what was said. Here’s Dan Frizzell with the story:…
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Jerry Cornfield’s (Everett Herald) interview with Speaker Frank Chopp
Read Jerry Cornfield’s (Everett Herald) interview with Speaker Frank Chopp earlier this week: Q&A: State House speaker on taxes, death penalty, harassment Democrat Frank Chopp has had the speaker title…
Capital budget approval frees up funds for Capitol Hill projects
The Washington Legislature on Thursday night passed a long-awaited capital budget, freeing up funds for a number of projects in Capitol Hill and the greater 43rd District. “I’m really excited…
YouthCare tabbed in plan for Broadway homeless youth center
YouthCare, the Seattle nonprofit dedicated to providing services and emergency shelter to young homeless people and operator of the Orion Center at the base of Denny below Capitol Hill, has…
House Speaker Frank Chopp statement re DOL’s information release to ICE
January 12, 2018 House Speaker Frank Chopp statement re DOL’s information release to ICE “I’m troubled by the news that the Department of Licensing shares certain information about our state…
2018 Legislative Session Opening Day Speech by Speaker Frank Chopp
Click on the image to watch Speaker Frank Chopp deliver his Opening Day remarks: For many years, we have focused on the idea of One Washington. Where we bring…
2017 Legislative Session Opening Day Speech by Speaker Frank Chopp
Below find the text of Speaker Frank Chopp’s 2017 Legislative Session Opening Day Speech. You can also watch the video via TVW at this link. Thank you Pat for those…
Speaker Chopp’s 2016 Opening Day remarks
Welcome back to the people’s House! I want to thank all the House members for their dedication to being citizen legislators! I want to thank Dan Kristianson for his work!…
Frank Chopp elected Speaker of the House
He shares vision of equality and opportunity for state residents OLYMPIA – Rep. Frank Chopp (D-Seattle) was elected by his peers to serve as Speaker of the House. In his…
Speaker Chopp’s opening day remarks
Thank you, Pat, for those kind words. You are a tremendous leader and a great friend. To get started, please join me in welcoming all the new members to the…