Gov. Jay Inslee unveiled a $46.7 billion budget proposal Wednesday that fully funds public schools, provides state employees a raise,…
Will the Roadkill Caucus be reborn in 2017?
State lawmakers began the 2016 legislative session on Monday with a bit of ceremony featuring comments by Republican and Democratic leaders. Then members of the House and Senate dove into some controversial subjects.
Backers of a carbon tax measure have spent months gathering signatures needed to earn a spot on the 2016 ballot. Now they may not turn them in because the content of a competing initiative polls better.
Of late, Republicans are doing a better job finding people to run who fit the political philosophy and temperament of their district.
‘I-1366 is Eyman’s boldest attempt yet to limit tax increases.’
“Conversations are already occurring on how to keep these schools open.”
After being held in contempt for not fully funding basic education, lawmakers understand a lot more money will be spent on education this session.
Litzow introduces two new bills — $40 million ‘No Child Left Behind’ money at stake.
The Washington State Supreme Court finds fault but agrees to wait
State predicts more revenue, but it might not be enough for schools.
Imagine the domed state Capitol as a classroom, with 147 state lawmakers as students, and you may get a better picture of the challenge facing Washington’s Supreme Court this summer.
As unanswered questions pile up, some of those chronicling the disaster are losing patience. So are some of those entrusted with trying to sort things out.
