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Proposed bill targets repeat DUI offenders. Would expand 'look back' policy (into previous record) from 10 to 15 years.

8th. District House Rep Brad Klippert (Kennewick, Richland, Benton County) provides a list of ways for people to monitor, comment and participate in 2021 session.

Some say it's futile, however, when 'buried' by a ton of incoming emails, legislators tend to respond.

Franklin County Commissioner Clint Didier voted against the Phase 2, instead saying businesses should peacefully re open. All of them. Find out why.

There are statutes on the City of Kennewick books that require permits for a variety of events, those that involve parades, marches, protests or stationary large group gatherings. No permit was sought or given to legally allow the event to take place.

The Mission Statement on the page says: "The purpose of this group is to raise awareness of local businesses that might need help protecting themselves and their business. Invite those willing to help."

It will be interesting to see if Gov. Inslee openly flaunts the state Constitution on this one. Senator calls him out, new rule is un-Constitutional.

It's the last two of his five point plan that have many concerned, worried.

There are clear distinctions between what some people are saying they heard, and what is reality.

Zoning laws aren't captivating or 'fun' but builders and developers are watching this one closely. Very closely as are city planners. Proposed law would mix multi-family units with single family homes--even apartments.