The bill was among the most controversial of this year’s session.
Under a version released Thursday, rent hikes would be limited to 7% plus inflation, or 10%, whichever is lower.
Democratic budget writers are done hashing out details on a new two-year operating budget for Washington state, key lawmakers said Wednesday. “We have made all… Continue reading
Those supporting the closure say that the Rainier School has a troubled record and is far more expensive than other options.
Washingtonians’ medical debt will not be included in their credit reports, under a bill that Gov. Bob Ferguson signed into law on Tuesday. Having medical… Continue reading
During his inaugural address in January, Gov. Bob Ferguson highlighted his support for a bill that would grant the governor authority to limit other states’… Continue reading
The governor is still at odds with lawmakers in his party over how much revenue the state should raise to deal with a multibillion dollar shortfall.
Republican U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgartner, who represents eastern Washington, is among those pressuring Attorney General Nick Brown on immigration issues.
The state Senate passed a bill Tuesday attempting to stop habitual speeders in their tracks. Passed on a 40-8 vote, House Bill 1596 would require… Continue reading
The House passed a Senate bill that ditches a cap on the flow of state dollars to school districts.
It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains, and property. A question now is whether Gov. Bob Ferguson will support the proposals.
Gov. Bob Ferguson opted against committing troops. His office says it was seeking ways to get ahead of the president potentially federalizing the state’s Guard.
The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about a dozen other states have in place.
His final spending plan calls for raising about $13 billion over four years from additional taxes. Republicans decry the approach.
Permanent standard time, immigration policies and fentanyl penalties were among the proposals pre-filed Monday.
For many, Tesla has changed from a brand associated with climate action and innovation to something “much more divisive.”
It’s one of several moves by Kelly Ortberg in recent months to permanently shrink Boeing’s costs.
