Spokane mayor offers support, criticism of controversial homelessness proposal
(The Center Square) - Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown signaled support on Thursday for a state proposal to limit the... Read More.
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Op-Ed: Seven questions for lawmakers proposing an income tax for Washington state
Despite Washingtonians consistently and overwhelmingly rejecting income taxes and the Legislature in 2024 enacting I-2111 to prohibit... Read More.
Op-Ed: If you’re reading this online, you’re using a data center
Washington state has earned its reputation for pairing innovation with responsibility. We believe economic growth, strong labor standards, and... Read More.
WA Democrats advance bills that could gut local camping bans with unfunded mandates
(The Center Square) - House Democrats advanced two proposals Monday that local officials fear could undo all the work... Read More.
Seattle police chief touts 2025 crime reduction, as 2026 gets off to a violent start
(The Center Square) - The timing of Seattle Police Department Chief Shon Barnes' first Year in Review Read More.
Washington Democrats unveil income tax bill; Gov. Ferguson has concerns
(The Center Square) - Majority Democrats in Washington on Tuesday rolled out the much-anticipated income tax bill.
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Op-Ed: The dangers of AG Nick Brown’s agency request bills
The Attorney General wants to assemble a secretive force of investigators, including foreign visa holders, with expanded powers and... Read More.
Op-Ed: Let’s preserve Washington’s tech advantage
I've spent 15 years in politics, fundraising, and advocacy, and I didn't encounter the term "techlash" until eight weeks... Read More.
Proposed WA Constitutional amendment would end legislative privilege
(The Center Square) - As a legal battle continues regarding legislative privilege exempting state lawmakers from the Public Records... Read More.
WA bill would create a task force to ‘gut’ Public Records Act, critic says
(The Center Square) - As Washington state senators contemplate a proposal that would exempt some state employees' identities... Read More.
Yakima considering $3M EMS levy, raising concerns about compounding tax hikes
(The Center Square) - The Yakima City Council is considering another tax proposal to keep a local fire station... Read More.
WATCH: State control vs. local vote: another hearing set for bill to remove sheriffs
(The Center Square) - A bill that would dramatically change how sheriffs operate in the state of Washington is... Read More.