House and Senate Republicans say majority Democrats are pushing an income tax and spending plan that could deepen Washington’s budget troubles. With just over a week left in the 2026 session, House and Senate Republicans […]
Some of the United States’ most important historical documents are beginning a first-of-its kind journey Monday as part of the country’s 250th anniversary commemoration. Typically housed in highly controlled vaults under the watch of preservation experts at […]
by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardMarch 2, 2026 Legislation allowing luxury electric vehicle makers Rivian and Lucid to join rival Tesla in selling directly to Washington customers is on a fast track for action in […]
A tearful House debate over fentanyl-exposed babies ended Saturday with Democrats voting down a Republican amendment to fund a child-protection fix. The House floor fell quiet at times as Republicans, some visibly emotional, pleaded for more resources […]
The Washington House has unanimously approved a sixteen-and-a-half billion-dollar supplemental transportation budget focused on maintenance and preservation, without new bonding. Senate Bill 6005, the supplemental transportation budget, keeps spending within existing resources while adding three-hundred-thirty-five […]
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