PRINT Associated Press Confusion, concern in Olympia about health-exchange budget (Hunter) Port shutdown looms as talks stall Boeing announces new work in S. Carolina State commission starts second probe…
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Bipartisan bill meshes education and mental health
OLYMPIA–Incorporating social and emotional learning into academic preparation is the focus of new legislation proposed by two Mercer Island lawmakers. The bills, sponsored by Sen. Steve Litzow and Rep. Tana…
Rep. Kagi’s YEAR Act moves out of committee
OLYMPIA– Today, the House Early Learning & Human Services (ELHS) Committee voted the Youth Equity and Reintegration Act (YEAR)out of committee – a big step forward for disadvantaged youth everywhere….
Rep. Jim Moeller Weekly E-Newsletter – The Capital budget
Hi Folks, As you probably know, our state has 3 major budgets: The Transportation budget, the Capital budget, and the Operating budget. Last week we talked about the Transportation budget. …
Pettigrew bill to help minority and woman-owned businesses advances in legislature
OLYMPIA – Today, in the House Committee for Technology and Economic Development, House Bill 2050, sponsored by Rep. Eric Pettigrew, D-Renton, had a successful public hearing. “Communities are stronger when…