Democrats, Republicans agree on proposed 6-cent gas tax increase to address $1B shortfall
A bipartisan plan aims to address a $1B shortfall with a 6-cent gas tax rise starting in 2026.1 month ago
Washington Senate Democrats unveil $78B budget with tax hikes on wealthy, corporations; property tax cap raised
Explore the new $80B budget plan from Washington Senate, focusing on tax hikes for the wealthy and corporations.1 month ago
‘New kind of March Madness:’ Democrats move to tax wealthy, large corporations to aid budget shortfall
Washington Senate Democrats aim to tax the wealthy and corporations to resolve the state budget shortfall effectively.1 month ago
Modified bill making clergy mandatory reporters of child abuse moves toward House floor vote
Bill making clergy mandatory reporters of child abuse gains momentum, uniting lawmakers across party lines on critical issue.1 month ago
Washington House moves to shield abortion, pregnancy loss from legal scrutiny
Washington is advancing abortion protections by repealing outdated laws to ensure safe access for all women in the state.1 month ago
Controversial bill expanding protections for undocumented or gender-diverse students advances to House
A new controversial bill offers additional protections for undocumented, neurodivergent, and gender-diverse students.1 month ago
Washington Senate bill would tax big tech to help save local journalism鈥攈ere鈥檚 how
Local journalism, especially in rural areas, has been on life support for years, and Washington lawmakers think they鈥檝e found a way to give it a much-needed boost鈥攂y making big tech help foot the bill.1 month ago
Green vs. green: Will Washington sacrifice climate funds to fix budget?
With Washington state facing a staggering $15 billion budget deficit, a fierce debate is brewing over whether money from the state鈥檚 Climate Commitment Act (CCA) should be redirected to help fill the budget gap.2 months ago
No more waiting 鈥� Schools must notify parents immediately under reworked House bill
After more than six hours of debate, the Washington State House passed House Bill 1296 at 2:15 a.m. Thursday morning, along party lines, with a 56-47 vote.2 months ago
Should cannabis be treated like wheat or hops? Washington bill could reshape industry
The Washington State House passed a bill Wednesday, aimed at extending collective bargaining rights to agricultural workers in the cannabis industry despite the industry saying it will adversely impact an industry that's competing with the black market.2 months ago
Life over law? Washington House passes bill blocking arrests of wanted people who are overdosing聽
The Washington State House of Representatives passed a bill that expands protections for individuals seeking medical assistance during a drug-related overdose and prevents the arrest of those individuals if they have outstanding warrants. Supporters argue the measure will save lives, while critics claim it undermines law enforcement and public safety.2 months ago
Washington House passes bill that could majorly redefine ‘excessive speeding’
In a big win for road safety, the Washington State House passed the excessive speeding bill on Tuesday, March 11.2 months ago
It may soon cost more to enjoy Washington state parks following contentious Senate vote
It could soon become pricier to visit Washington state parks.2 months ago
Paid family and medical leave may soon prove costly for small businesses under WA House bill聽
Washington's new paid family and medical leave bill raises concerns for small businesses. Discover the potential costs and implications.2 months ago
Snitching on schools: Senate passes bill to tattletale on schools not following state education laws
Snitching on schools that don't follow the rules may be possible until a new WA bill.2 months ago
WA House pushes through controversial public health bill after heated late-night debate
The Washington State House of Representatives passed a controversial public health bill over the weekend.2 months ago
Washington House passes divisive bill to ease misdemeanor dismissals
The Washington House narrowly passed a bill allowing courts to dismiss specific misdemeanor charges, sparking significant debate.2 months ago
Workers with immigration hearings can use paid sick leave to attend under bill passed by WA House
The State Senate has passed a bill that allows workers to use paid sick leave to attend or prepare for immigration proceedings.2 months ago
State Senate passes bill strengthening patient privacy from hostile out-of-state inquiries
In a move to further protect individuals seeking reproductive and gender-affirming care, state Senate Democrats passed a divisive bill in response to increasing efforts by other states to gain access to the patient information of individuals seeking an abortion or gender care in Washington.2 months ago
Washington bill could allow juvenile killers to seek early release from prison
A new bill making its way through the Washington State Senate is drawing attention for its controversial provision that could allow individuals convicted of no more than three murders before the age of 18 to petition for early release from prison.2 months ago
Speed now, study later?聽Washington democrats push to swap license suspensions for driving courses
Democratic lawmakers in Washington are continuing their trend of easing penalties for repeat traffic offenders. This time, they are allowing drivers with multiple moving violations, like speeding, to take a safe driving course instead of serving a full 60-day license suspension. The final vote in the House also underscores another partisan divide over bills that […]2 months ago
WA Democrats push bold gender-affirming care amendment as opposition rises over minors’ rights
Senate Joint Resolution 8204, if passed, would enshrine the right to gender-affirming care in the state鈥檚 constitution.2 months ago
Jumping the gun? Millionaire initiative backer moves to repeal law that doesn’t yet exist
In a move that has left many scratching their heads, Let鈥檚 Go Washington has launched an initiative to repeal a law that doesn鈥檛 even exist yet.2 months ago