AUDIO: Republican budget leader welcomes Ferguson’s savings suggestions
Gov. Bob Ferguson released his cost-cutting ideas, and Senate Republican budget leader Chris Gildon is giving credit—with some skepticism. Tracy Ellis explains. The post AUDIO: Republican budget leader...
View ArticleAUDIO: Senate unanimously passes Boehnke election-security bill
The state Senate just gave a unanimous thumbs-up to a bill aimed at tightening election security. Kimberly Wirtz reports. The post AUDIO: Senate unanimously passes Boehnke election-security bill...
View ArticleVIDEO: Senate Republican Leader John Braun | Legislative Update
We’re now in Week 7 of the 2025 Legislative Session, and things are heating up in Olympia! Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, gives us the inside scoop on key legislative milestones, including the fiscal...
View ArticleVIDEO—TVW—The Impact—Road Usage Charge in Focus with Sen. Curtis King
An in-depth look at the proposed road usage charge to tax drivers by the mile, pitched as an eventual fuel tax replacement. Interviews with the Ranking Republican Member on the Senate Transportation...
View ArticleAUDIO: Wagoner removes anti parent provision from bill to protect kids online
An anti-parent provision in a bill designed to protect kids online is no longer part of the legislation – thanks to a state Senator. Tracy Ellis explains The post AUDIO: Wagoner removes anti parent...
View ArticleAUDIO: Bill forcing clergy to report to law enforcement is attack on...
A bill that passed the state Senate requires clergy to choose between divine law and state law according to a Senator who voted against it. Tracy Ellis has more. The post AUDIO: Bill forcing clergy to...
View ArticleAUDIO: 9th District Legislative update with State Senator Mark Schoesler
Senator Mark Schoesler shares concerns about rising costs for Washington residents, including a looming cell phone tax hike, increased Discover Pass fees, and a 38% jump in fishing and hunting...
View ArticleAUDIO: 19th District Legislative update with State Senator Jeff Wilson
Senator Jeff Wilson discusses a new bill tackling the rising theft of electric vehicle charging station equipment. With Seattle seeing 6% of charging cords stolen, the bill aims to curb this growing...
View Article7th District Legislative update with State Senator Shelly Short
Senator Shelly Short discusses the unexpected turn in emergency powers reform, where Democrats’ proposal undercuts current law, leading the governor to support the Republican version. She also...
View ArticleAUDIO: Senate Republican Leadership Update with State Senator John Braun
Senator John Braun gives a legislative update, highlighting the budget process as it heats up. With key decisions looming, Republicans are pushing to control spending without new taxes, aiming to keep...
View ArticleThe Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Budget Battles & Big Decisions – Senators...
Republican Senators John Braun and Chris Gildon break down Washington’s budget debate, tackling spending concerns, new taxes, and the state’s $6.7B shortfall. Can lawmakers solve it without raising...
View ArticleSRC On Air: Sen. Keith Wagoner on KNKX Radio in Tacoma
Washington state’s governor has tremendous power during emergencies. Some lawmakers want to check that power… especially after former Governor Inslee retained his pandemic authority for over two and a...
View ArticleSRC On Air: Sen. Jeff Wilson on KONA Radio in the Tri Cities
Senator Jeff Wilson shares his frustration over the diluted emergency powers reform bill and concerns about Washington’s spending problem. He questions the accountability of government funding, debates...
View ArticleAUDIO: Sen. Muzzall’s bills to improve health care access, quality pass state...
Two bipartisan bills aimed at improving health care access and supporting medical workers in Washington passed the state Senate unanimously. Tracy Ellis reports. The post AUDIO: Sen. Muzzall’s bills to...
View ArticleSRC On Air: Sen. Chris Gildon on The Commute with Carlson on KVI Radio
Governor Ferguson says Washington can’t tax its way out of its budget crisis, proposing $4B in cuts. Sen. Gildon disputes the $15B deficit, calling it $6.7B. Major tax hikes, rent control, & costly...
View ArticleSRC/HRC On Air: Sen. Shelly Short and Reps. Andrew Enegell and Hunter Abell...
Lawmakers in Olympia are battling over tax hikes, rural hospital control, and controversial wildlife policies. Republicans fought back against new local tax increases and blocked a bill restricting...
View ArticleVIDEO: KING 5: Senate passes bill requiring clergy to report abuse,...
The bill to add clergy to the state’s list of mandatory reporters of child abuse passed out of the Washington state Senate Friday by a vote of 28-20. Members of the clergy would be required, by state...
View ArticleSRC On Air: Sen. Shelly Short on KOZI Radio in Chelan
Senator Shelly Short on KOZI with a legislative update, covering key issues in Olympia. She discusses the long session’s next steps, concerns over an environmental crimes bill, the defeat of an...
View ArticleVIDEO: Legislative Republican Leadership Media Availability
Republican lawmakers in Olympia discuss key legislative priorities. Topics include public safety funding, tax proposals, budget concerns, and controversial bills on rent control, gun laws, and...
View ArticleAUDIO: Wagoner bill to help veterans moves to House
A bill to meet the needs of aging and disabled veterans—including those experiencing homelessness—gets unanimous approval in the state Senate. Elani Scott Reports. The post AUDIO: Wagoner bill to help...
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