“The February 16th revenue forecast is exceptionally good news. It signals a thaw, maybe even an early spring — and certainly we all hope it’s not a false spring. At…
Rep. Liias Washington White Board: Are we a high taxed state?
House transportation plan moves Washington forward

OLYMPIA—House transportation leaders released a 2012 supplemental transportation budget today that invests in immediate needs, makes a head start on funding major future projects and creates or sustains more than…
Rep. Orwall’s February 16/2012 e-memo

Budget update The state revenue collections are looking up for the first time since the spring of 2010, giving state budget writers a second bit of good news this month….
House passes regulatory relief for colleges and universities

OLYMPIA—State Rep. Larry Springer’s work on regulatory relief for Washington businesses and local governments could soon pay off for Washington’s cash-strapped colleges and universities. The House voted unanimously today for…