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Rep. Jacquelin Maycumber announces run for Congress
Rep. Jacquelin Maycumber announces candidacy for 5th Congressional seat, focusing on rural community engagement and border security.
Spokane Valley legislator’s bill: ‘bee’ helpful to pollinators
Discover how Senate Bill 5934 champions pollinators with blooming shrubs and bushes for a sweeter tomorrow!
Washington Senate committee advances natural gas bill
Washington State Senate committee moves forward with House Bill 1589, raising concerns about true costs for ratepayers and taxpayers.
Bill would honor firefighters lost in the line of duty with $5M Olympia memorial
The names of fallen firefighters – some with fire districts, others with wildland firefighting efforts and Department of Natural Resources – would be displayed on a new memorial at the Capitol Campus, if House Bill 2091, moving forward in Olympia, becomes law.
Legislation to train police dogs to detect fentanyl moves ahead in Olympia
Washington state Representative Gina Mosbrucker's bill aims to equip law enforcement with additional training for police dogs to detect fentanyl.
Washington legislation would ban student cell phones in most cases
Washington state considers banning cell phones in schools to improve academic outcomes.
McMorris Rodgers slates congressional hearing on protecting Lower Snake dams
Hydroelectric dams face uncertain future as federal officials face tough questions.
Rep. Corry wants Legislature to go full speed ahead on easing police pursuit rules
Washington state Republicans push for changes in police pursuit rules despite Democratic opposition.
Critics warn that Washington landlord tax will backfire
Bill sponsored by Senator Patty Kuderer aims to impose tax on landlords with $1M+ gross proceeds.
Not your father’s weed: Davis-Dent bill limits high-potency cannabis products
House Bill 2320 aims to raise awareness about the health risks of high-THC cannabis and provide interventions for vulnerable individuals.