2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (324+ words) Washington Senate Republicans are urging Governor Bob Ferguson to call a special legislative session to temporarily suspend Washington's climate-related fuel policies, arguing the move would provide immediate relief for drivers facing some of the nation's highest gasoline prices as renewed…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (352+ words) Bowser’s proposal makes education and health care spending — especially for Medicaid — priorities but would cut funding for several areas, including $127 million set aside for future collective bargaining agreements and non-union pay increases for city employees. Bowser, speaking to the Council,…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago   (638+ words) Washington has approved a new 9.9% tax on income over $1 million, marking the state’s first personal income tax. Opponents plan to challenge the law in court and may push a repeal to voters, arguing it’s unconstitutional. The legal fight is expected…...