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As Washington state seeks to find a financial solution to fund road construction projects, address backlogs in transportation maintenance and preservation needs, and fix crumbling infrastructure like bridges, one idea that...
Growing up on the farm, I heard grandma's sage advice in just about every situation imaginable. “A trouble shared is a trouble halved.” “This isn't my first rodeo.” “Many hands make...
Various surveys conducted around the state over the last year continue to show that public safety is high on the list of concerns for the average Washingtonian. It doesn't matter if...
By Sen. Mark Schoesler, Rep. Joe Schmick and Rep. Mary Dye We are back at the state Capitol for the 2023 legislative session, which began Jan. 9 and is set to...
The 2022 legislative session ended March 10 and is now in the history books. It's time to reflect on the 60-day session and our work on your behalf. One of the...
You and I are spending more at the pump to fill up our tanks, more at the grocery store to put food on the table, and more for the daily necessities...
Late-night sessions on the House floor are a yearly expectation. Legislators propose and discuss the merits of amendments, debate the policy changes, and eventually vote on bills. However, nine-hour battles on...
In Olympia, large-scale bills with huge impacts for all Washingtonians are usually best conceived, perfected, and implemented when many opinions, experiences, and priorities are brought to the table. I think back...
The 2022 legislative session kicked off Jan. 10 much like last year's with very few legislators and staff in attendance. While the House and Senate have slightly different operating plans for...
Long-term care insurance can be an important safety net for individuals and families. Maybe it's a good idea for you. Maybe not. Like other financial decisions, it should be your choice. ...
