OLYMPIA – Legislative Republicans say they will not vote for a gas tax increase or other new vehicle taxes until the state makes major reforms in the way it builds big road projects. Gov. Jay Inslee, who has urged the Legislature to find new money…
Jay Inslee prepares to sign SB 5147 with prime sponsors Sen. Jim Hargrove, left, and Rep. Tina Orwall, right. OLYMPIA -- Gov. Jay Inslee signed his first bill today, a new law that requires youth shelters to notify parents of the state welfare offices after…
Pete Carroll signs an autograph for Rep. Reuven Carlyle at the House rostrum. OLYMPIA -- In a bold move, the Legislature came out officially in favor of the Seattle Seahawks today, with resolutions in both chambers congratulating the team for making the playoffs, and lauding…
OLYMPIA -- Legislators will pause from the long slog of bills on spending and taxing this morning to pass resolutions honoring the Seahawks, with Head Coach Pete Carroll in the House (and Senate). Carroll is scheduled to be present when the chambers pass resolutions of…
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