PRINT Associated Press House, Senate budgets direct more money to education Lawmakers consider ban on new powdered alcohol product before it ever hits stores (Hurst) Senate Republicans release Washington…
Racing ahead for children and a fair budget
Early Start Last week was a huge victory for children across Washington – the Early Start Act made great strides forward and House Democrats fully funded early learning opportunities in…
Senate Republicans reject request for more time to study their budget
OLYMPIA – House Democrats asked Senate Republican leaders this morning to give more time to the public to review the Senate’s operating budget before hearing the bill this afternoon –…
Rep. Fitzgibbon’s statement on the status of the Carbon Pollution Accountability Act
“The Carbon Pollution Accountability Act would require that large emitters secure allowances for the privilege of emitting carbon into our state’s atmosphere. For too long, the cost of pollution has…
Rep. Ross Hunter response to Senate Republican Budget Release
“Now that both proposals are public, I look forward to beginning negotiations with the budget leaders in both chambers. Getting the negotiation process started right away is critical to reaching…