House Democrats move priority bills before cutoff
February 14, 2012 OLYMPIA – From foster care to health care, House Democrats are pushing forward on priority legislation this session. After today’s cutoff for House bills to clear the…
House approves child welfare reforms
OLYMPIA – Ahead of the cutoff deadline for house of origin legislation, lawmakers approved a package of bills Monday and Tuesday creating a firm foundation for child welfare reform in…
Takko garners widespread House support for bill defending gun ranges: Longview legislator says shooting areas are important for safety reasons
OLYMPIA – Call it a Valentine for the safe-and-sane gun crowd. State Rep. Dean Takko has locked up vast support here in the state House for his legislation protecting sport-shooting…
House education leadership team reaches agreement on teacher evaluations
Olympia – The House Democratic education leadership team announced today that an agreement has been reached with the four caucuses and the governor’s office on a proposal to implement a…