Sen. Hewitt not seeking re-election
After a long and distinguished career serving the citizens of Washington’s 16th Legislative District, Sen. Mike Hewitt will not seek re-election to a fifth Senate term. “I’ve had 15 good years...
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Eastsider’s Report, January 2016
Did You Know…? The governor is not required to put forth a four-year balanced budget, but the Legislature is. He can, and does, propose spending that you can’t pay for. Gun Rights Rally Your Second...
View ArticleI-1366: It’s not over yet
Unconstitutional. That’s the ruling of the King County Superior Court on Initiative 1366. What does that mean for Washington? I-1366, which passed with a 51.5 percent of the statewide vote last...
View ArticleSenate passes bill creating steelhead trout license-plate series
Washington’s state fish to benefit from licensing revenue OLYMPIA…The Senate unanimously passed a bill today to establish a set of specialty license plates that would provide funding for steelhead...
View ArticleIt’s all about accountability
If you believe the news, the senate republicans are running amok in Olympia firing agency directors on a whim and thumbing our noses at the governor. If you prefer facts, the Majority Coalition Caucus,...
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Eastsider’s Report – February 2016
Did You Know…? The Senate has the constitutional duty to provide a check and balance for the executive branch, which is why the senate reviews his appointees to lead state agencies. This is what...
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Eastsider’s Report – March 2016
Did You Know…? That since the Republicans have been in the majority in the Senate, we have increased funding for basic education by 33 percent per student? And that House Democrats proposed cutting...
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Sen. Hewitt and Rep. Nealy with Walla Walla Frontier Day Royalty
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Retiring Sen. Hewitt says emotional goodbye on Senate floor…then sings “Happy...
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Bills Passed During the 2016 Legislative Session
The Washington State Senate convenes for debate February 5th, the 26th Legislative Day of the 2016 Regular Session. Bills Passed During the 2016 Regular Legislative Session Check out the current...
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