Here’s what’s happening after adjournment of the 2022 session of the Washington Legislature.
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They’ll still be required in some places, but Washington is following several other states now lifting mandates.
The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.
Governor said he’ll say exactly when next week. Meanwhile, a pause on elective surgeries will end Feb. 17.
Democrats’ transportation package in the Washington state Legislature, as of Feb. 9, spends lots of money. It also makes new policy. Here are five points… Continue reading
They want to keep guns away from ballot counting and out of places where city councils and school boards meet.
Governor wants lawmakers to pass legislation making it a gross misdemeanor.
King County health officials say 1 in 7 ICU and acute-care hospital beds are occupied by a COVID patient.
Two lawsuits say the plans aren’t valid because commissioners broke state law before voting to approve them.
Two taxes take effect, but the future of each is uncertain.
Sen. Keith Wagoner will challenge Democrat Steve Hobbs, who was appointed to the statewide post in November
For the first time in state history, the Supreme Court will define new congressional and legislative districts.
Gov. Jay Inslee has signed an executive order aimed at transitioning state government to an all-electric fleet of vehicles by 2035. It requires executive branch… Continue reading
Gov. Jay Inslee appointed the Snohomish County Democrat to succeed departing Republican Kim Wyman.
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A surge in vaccinations has eased concern about service slowdowns ahead of a Monday deadline.
Governor’s mask order takes effect Sept. 13.