Bill critics say undermines parents’ bill of rights initiative gets a public hearing
(The Center Square) – The brief introductory summary of House Bill 1296 describes it as “Promoting a safe and supportive public education system.” Critics...
Former ambassador to the Middle East shares his hope for peace
(The Center Square) – Retired Ambassador Ryan Crocker, a career diplomat, spoke to a hometown audience on Monday evening at a regular meeting of...
Bill seeks to end ‘balance sheet manipulation’ for budget revenue forecasts
(The Center Square) – Washington state lawmakers have introduced a bill that would reform the way revenue for the operating budget is forecast, a...
Seattle’s outdated school construction code costing city $2.5M a year
(The Center Square) – Seattle’s outdated school construction code is costing more than $2 million a year to fix.
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House Democrats push 11% firearm, ammo excise tax as $10B to $16B shortfall looms
(The Center Square) – As Washington state grapples with an operating budget shortfall upwards of $16 billion through 2029, House Democrats are proposing a...