“Since the recession slammed into us three years ago, we’ve slashed more than $10 billion in basic social services and essential public programs. Thousands of state employees have been riffed….
Rep. Steve Tharinger, other Community Leaders Join Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition Board
On Tuesday, the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition board unanimously approved six new board members to their ranks, including local Representative Steve Tharinger (D-Sequim). The new members bring expertise and…
K-12 Funding Proposal – Local Levy Swap
I’m stepping outside my role as Ways and Means chairman to put out a personal proposal for comment. The idea described below is a big one, moving around about a…
State Rep. Jim Moeller’s statements on today’s (Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011) revenue forecast
“Fiscal analysts are predicting that our state economy — much like the national outlook — will continue creeping onward the rest of the biennium. I guess we can take solace…
Save the date: Rep Wylie to hold Pre-Session Town Hall on Nov 22