(The Center Square) – Republicans in both chambers of the Washington State Legislature aren’t holding their collective breath that an amendment adopted in a rent cap bill that cleared the Senate late Thursday will be included in a final version after it goes back to the House of Representatives.
Speaker Frank Chopp made such an impact on our state that it’s difficult to pinpoint only one accomplishment. But, his leadership on House Bill 2158 in 2019—the Workforce Education Investment Act (WEIA)—truly transformed college affordability in our state. This policy created the best financial aid program in the country—and it...
THE CENTER SQUARE: The Washington State Senate on Thursday passed a controversial bill on vaccines and other public health requirements during communicable disease outbreaks.
Sen. Ron Muzzall is echoing concerns about proposals moving through the Legislature that would eliminate or expand caps on property tax growth. He warns it could increase housing costs and affect vulnerable populations across the state.
State Representative Clyde Shavers (D-Oak Harbor) posted on Apr. 9, 2025, about his efforts to support veterans.
It was terrific to meet recently with the Whidbey Chapter of People First WA. Thank you for traveling down to Olympia to advocate for policies that affect and support individuals with disabilities. I appreciate your advocacy and the conversation!
State Representative Dave Paul highlights legislative efforts addressing housing affordability, including $14.6 million in grants for over 1,800 units, local projects like Generations Place, and new housing initiatives.
On Tuesday we had a great work session on College in the High School in the House Postsecondary Education & Workforce Committee, which is linked below. This is a terrific program that is helping thousands of students earn college credit while they are still in high school. I also want...
