What state lawmakers left behind in good ideas that should get more attention and passage next year.
The legislature adopted a supplemental budget, initiatives, a $200 rebate and barred octopus farming.
Legislation seeks to provide financial literacy to students and make retirement investing simpler.
Districts, like Edmonds, have codes that outline rules that prevent abuse yet allow student use.
Legislation to lower the blood alcohol limit for drivers didn’t get floor debate and vote in Senate.
Sculptures of an Indian fishing rights activist will guard commitments to save salmon and honor treaties.
Lawmakers should restore funding for fighting wildfires and call on one furry firefighter in particular.
Requiring 60 percent approval denies too many students the schools and facilities they deserve.
The legislation balances affordability with the need to encourage growth in the stock of housing.
Adding local elections to even-year ballots could boost participation but election officials have concerns.
Ultimately, more scrutiny from the FAA and others can restore confidence in its planes’ safety.
A House bill would limit the use of deceptive interrogations that have resulted in wrongful convictions.
Legislation would fund a year of community college tuition to increase enrollment and degrees.
Five area school districts are seeking approval of levies or bonds to provide a full education.
Three bills each contain elements that can be combined to increase the state’s recycling success.
Much of what’s outlined in policy and funding solutions works, but needs expansion and our support.
Legislation seeks to enlist schools, community groups, tribes and more to reach out to struggling kids.