PRINT Associated Press As budget negotiations continue, pay raise for state lawmakers approved Washington, Oregon to update oil spill response plan State cancels 2 more razor clam digs because of…
Making the special session special
Halfway through the special session, Senate budget leads are still refusing to enter into serious negotiations with the House to produce a compromise budget. This is frustrating, but I was…
Wednesday, May 13
PRINT Associated Press 2 lawmakers seek impeachment process against state auditor (Chopp) Despite requests for delay, Shell will bring drill rigs to Seattle State justices consider lawsuit challenging tribal…
Inslee signs DNA preservation bill into law
Yesterday, Governor Jay Inslee signed into law Rep. Tina Orwall’s measure requiring that DNA products secured in connection with a felony violent or sex offense be preserved: throughout the length…
Foster youth with medical concerns to receive extended care
Foster youth often face a difficult transition into adulthood when services typically end. Legislation signed into law Monday, sponsored by Sen. Joe Fain and Rep. Tina Orwall, will provide extended…