Gov. Inslee Could Go 0-3 with Agenda This Legislative Session
Washington Governor Jay Inslee has a "Big 3" on his agenda for the 2014 legislative session, but sources say he could end up getting none of it passed.
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What’s The REAL Price of Gas? What Actually Comes from The Refinery vs. Taxes?
You may or may not be surprised. With holiday travel, it's a topical issue.
Gov. Inslee Calls Tax System an ‘Old Jalopy’ — Wants to Go After Loopholes
In discussing his supplemental budget this week, Gov. Jay Inslee said the state's tax system is outdated and unable to supply the necessary revenue to support state programs.
Republican Senators May Approve Gas Tax If Governor Dumps Cap-And-Trade Plan
Gov. Jay Inslee wanted a $0.25 per-gallon gas tax to fund his transportation package. Now the figure being kicked around is $0.115 to fund a $12 billion package.
The Coalition, as they are known in Olympia, are a group of 23 Republicans and two Democrats who are perhaps the most powerful group in the legislature...
Yakima Voters Approve Measure Requiring Two-Thirds Council Majority Vote for Tax Increases
Yakima's Proposition 1 passed by nearly a 70% margin!
Gov. Inslee, CA, OR, Canadian Leaders Sign Off on Controversial Climate Change Plan
The plan looks like a photocopy of Obama's failed 2008 green jobs initiative.
Group Says Privatization of Liquor Industry Did Not Increase DUIs or Accidents
Back in 2011 a huge scare tactic used to oppose the closing of state liquor stores was teenage drinking would skyrocket, DUI rates would increase, as would alcoholism. A new report challenges those assertions.
Tax to Expand of Convention Center Added to November Ballot
There are two large projects that will be decided by voters this year in the Tri-Cities.
High Cellphone Bill? Could Be Taxes – Washington’s 2nd Highest in Nation!
The Tax Foundation has released a study showing we pay the second-highest wireless service taxes and fee rates in the entire U.S.
Dems Continue Push to Make Temporary Taxes Permanent — Several Professions Threatened
A new list has surfaced in Olympia, and according to some GOP legislators, they say other House members don't want YOU to see it!