Latest Headlines from Washington’s 10th Legislative District

Rep. Dave Paul (D-Oak Harbor) sent a fundraising appeal to supporters on Fri., Aug. 15, 2025.

RON MUZZALL: Rural hospitals are hanging on by a thread. When they shut down or scale back, the impact is huge. Here’s what we need to do.

(The Center Square) – Washington state is currently forecast to run out of money by 2027 and experience a fiscal deficit by 2028 despite the largest tax increase in state history this session, in addition to record revenue levels.

RON MUZZALL: Concerns raised at a recent Senate health-care committee meeting about the loss of health-care coverage through Washington’s Apple Health program and other state-run plans have been known for years and are unrelated to the recent congressional passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

DAVE PAUL: Since the adjournment of session, I’ve had the opportunity to meet with many of you and attend community events. Here’s a quick update on my work.

WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES: A new state law creates big changes for little learners in Coupeville.

CLYDE SHAVERS: Over the past three years, I have been proud to fight side by side with you for practical solutions that directly address our toughest challenges.

RON MUZZALL: I’ve been hearing from many of you about the recent decision to award Washington’s hybrid-electric ferry contract to an out-of-state builder, and I understand your frustration.

DAVE PAUL: It was great to attend the Conservation Celebration hosted by the Land Trust to hear about this work.

DAVE PAUL: So good to see so many friends and neighbors at the 4th of July parade!