New gun restrictions signed into law
March 24, 2022
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed a package of bills Wednesday tightening the state’s gun laws, including a measure that bans the manufacture, distribution and sale of firearm magazines that hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition. Washington joins nine other states, including California and New Jersey, that... Read More...
Governor reneges on offer to talk with Republicans
March 17, 2022
If you missed this story as it developed, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee publicly offered to sit down with Republicans and talk about his decision to keep the two-year old state of emergency in place. Four Senate Republicans, including Sen. Mike Padden, R-Spokane Valley, took him up on the offer. Now the... Read More...
The 2022 session is under way
January 18, 2022
Greetings Friends, We’re in the second week of the 2022 legislative session and things are starting to heat up. This week committees are continuing to hold public hearings on legislation that will significantly impact your rights. So, I’m writing you to make sure you have every opportunity to have your... Read More...
Engaging Remotely with your Legislature
January 16, 2022
The 2022 legislative session is being conducted remotely and I want to be sure you have access to your government. Below are resources on how you can provide input on bills and keep apprised of what’s happening virtually in Olympia.   Overview of how to testify remotely:  http://leg.wa.gov/legislature/Pages/Testify.aspx   General... Read More...
Fortunato tests new Senate COVID rules, is escorted off Capitol Campus
January 11, 2022
On the opening day of the 2022 legislative session, state Sen. Phil Fortunato put new COVID-related rules to the test. The Senate majority approved requirements for in-person participation in the Senate Chamber, but Fortunato argues that the rules are arbitrary, illogical and don’t supersede his constitutional duties. “The Senate majority... Read More...
Tax Town Halls
November 01, 2021
I would like to invite you to share your thoughts at an upcoming Tax Town Hall. There will be discussion on changing the state’s tax structure to make it “more equitable.” There are various options being considered to change the tax code. One such option is to lower the sales... Read More...