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...
House passes Rep. Lytton bill to simplify B&O tax filing for businesses
OLYMPIA – House Finance Chair Rep. Kristine Lytton (D – Anacortes) wants to make it easier for Washington businesses to file their B&O taxes. Last night the House passed Lytton’s...
Bill to address police shootings passes House
OLYMPIA – House Bill 2908, which will create a task force to review current laws, practices and policies regarding the use of deadly force passed out of the House yesterday...
Rep. Goodman bills protecting victims of sexual assault and domestic violence pass House
OLYMPIA – As chair of the House Public Safety Committee, Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland) often hears moving, painful stories from crime victims testifying about their experiences. Those stories have motivated...
Safer buildings, safer communities through a cooperative approach
OLYMPIA – The organization charged with creating codes to ensure safety of the buildings within which Washingtonians live, work and play would continue operating, under a bill approved by the...