For the freshman legislator from Tumwater, the choice was simple: help fund the state’s paramount duty or defend out-of-state tax breaks. Rep. Chris Reykdal (D) chose K-3 Education, joining 48…
Freshman Democrats propose ending tax breaks to fund education
OLYMPIA – With support from 48 Democratic sponsors, the 11 newest members of the House Democratic Caucus today introduced a bill that would end more than $170 million worth of…
Moeller’s bill strengthening protections for vulnerable adults making its way toward governor’s desk
Legislation continues get-tough laws against abuse of defenseless and susceptible citizens OLYMPIA – State Rep. Jim Moeller’s legislation strengthening protections for vulnerable adults has cleared both legislative chambers. The measure…
Cindy Ryu Statement on the Introduction of House Bill 2078
On Monday, 11 freshman Democratic state representatives introduced House Bill 2078, which reduces preferential tax breaks in order to provide $170 million in 2011-13 for K-3 class size reduction. Thirty-six…
Photos from Olympia
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