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From left, Reps. Kristine Lytton, House Majority Leader Pat Sullivan, Timm Ormsby, and June Robinson announce the House Democrats’ budget proposal. <em>Photo by Josh Kelety</em>
Democratic lawmakers unveil conflicting budget proposals
By Josh Kelety • February 23, 2018 11:30 am

Senate and House Democrats are at odds over education funding and how to cut property taxes.

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Domestic violence survivors could get new protections from workplace discrimination
Domestic violence survivors could get new protections from...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 22, 2018 11:30 am

The proposed bill easily passed the House of Representatives.

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Photo by Visitor7/Wikimedia
Proposal to eliminate the death penalty passes the...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 15, 2018 3:00 pm

After passionate floor debate, the bill moves to the House.

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Washington State Capitol. Photo by Nicole Jennings
Washington may soon teach sexual abuse prevention in...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 15, 2018 7:00 am

The State Legislature is considering training aimed at improving child safety.

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A fight over the role of unions erupts...
By Josh Kelety • February 15, 2018 7:00 am

State Democrats push labor union-friendly bills while Republicans cry foul play.

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John Kerry in Olympia to advocate for governor’s carbon tax
John Kerry in Olympia to advocate for governor’s...
By Josh Kelety • February 14, 2018 7:00 am

Former U.S. Secretary of State said “Washington has an opportunity to lead.”

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Photo by Kathryn Decker/Flickr
State legislators look to “ban the box”
By Taylor McAvoy • February 13, 2018 7:00 am

The House of Representatives votes to end questioning criminal history on job applications.

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By Nicole Jennings
Bill expanding wrongful death actions passes the Senate
By Taylor McAvoy • February 13, 2018 7:00 am

The bill would do away with a law that opponents say is antiquated and xenophobic.

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Lawmakers consider a plan to help homeless college students
Lawmakers consider a plan to help homeless college...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 8, 2018 3:00 pm

In addition to education, the program would help students find housing and provide meal plans and stipends for clothing, laundry, and showers.

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Students could utilize the proposed program to attend state colleges, including the University of Washington in Seattle. Photo by Punctured Bicycle/Wikimedia
Proposed bill would provide free college tuition to...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 8, 2018 3:00 pm

The Evergreen Free College Program being called for would benefit both middle-income and low-income students.

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Lawmaker pitches vocational scholarships at rural community colleges
Lawmaker pitches vocational scholarships at rural community colleges
By Taylor McAvoy • February 8, 2018 3:00 pm

The bill would provide assistance for residents that make less than 70 percent of the state median income.

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Bill to tax oil in pipelines advances in...
By Josh Kelety • February 8, 2018 7:00 am

The measure would also update state oil spill contingency plans.

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Bigfoot eludes state recognition yet again
Bigfoot eludes state recognition yet again
By Alex Visser • February 8, 2018 7:00 am

A twice-failed bill would have named the mythic creature as the official state cryptid.

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Program before lawmakers could strengthen mental health crisis...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 7, 2018 7:00 am

The aim is to provide those in need with services instead of jail time.

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Inslee pushes back against offshore drilling in Washington
Inslee pushes back against offshore drilling in Washington
By Alex Visser • February 7, 2018 7:00 am

Statements from the governor and the state attorney general come in response to a shift in federal plans.

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Carbon tax plan advances in the state Senate
Carbon tax plan advances in the state Senate
By Josh Kelety • February 3, 2018 7:00 am

Bill moves out of committee with lower tax rate than governor proposed, a “monumental step.”

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Photo by Nicole Jennings
Proposed law would make tampons free for some...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 2, 2018 3:00 pm

The bill would ensure that those with low incomes can have access to clean products, say proponents.

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Light rail funding could be in trouble if car tab taxes decrease. Photo by Richard Eriksson/Flickr
Republican lawmakers call for further action on car...
By Josh Kelety • February 2, 2018 3:00 pm

Senate Democrat slams their efforts as “unthoughtful sledgehammers.”

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A bill before lawmakers would outlaw concealed carry...
By Taylor McAvoy • February 1, 2018 3:00 pm

Opponents say that such a move would undermine the safety and rights of gun owners.

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Washington health insurance market in flux
By Josh Kelety • February 1, 2018 3:00 pm

Premiums have skyrocketed, prompting a response from lawmakers.

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