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Washington gold-medals in pedals
Six years running, or better yet, six years biking, Washington has received tip-top marks in two key biking categories — “Legislation and Enforcement” and “Education and Encouragement.” These distinctions have...
A quick guide to legislation and special session
A special session lasts thirty days, and it’s called by the governor. Technically, lawmakers in the House and Senate could call the legislature into a special session with a two-thirds...
How much will your insurance cost next year?
The Affordable Care Act turned three in March and last year we passed HB 2319 to fully implement health care reform in our state. To help you prepare for all...
Small-business jobs get boost as governor signs Hansen bill
Small businesses will now get help equipping employees with the skills they need to do their jobs better, thanks to a bill by Rep. Drew Hansen of Bainbridge Island that...
Honoring law enforcement’s ultimate sacrifice: May 3
If you hear the crack of gunfire echoing across the Capitol Campus early on the afternoon of Friday, May 3, don’t be alarmed: It’s part of the annual ceremony at...
Turning the screws on metal thieves
Metal theft is huge problem that affects our entire state. Robbers are stealing everything: cemetery urns, farm equipment, copper from power lines and brass fittings on fire hoses. Metal is...
Manufacturing jobs in Washington climbed last year
Manufacturers’ News, Inc. (MNI) reported today that Washington gained 6,612 manufacturing jobs from January 2012 to January 2013, that’s a 2.2% growth, which is more than double the increase reported...
2013 session had plenty of highlights
The regular legislative session ended last night without agreement on the two-year operating budget. Our budget team knew coming in that this was going to be a tough year to...
1,000 teachers rally in Olympia
Over 1,000 teachers from the Washington Education Association rallied in Olympia today in support of public schools. Several members of our caucus were on hand to show our support for...
Washington schools make federal “Green Schools” list
Four Washington schools and one Washington school district recently earned recognition in the second annual U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program. The honors were announced earlier this month...