Politics Newsletter
Here is what’s (not) happening in the Legislature…
A proposed law would allow local councils to bypass voters and impose an extra tax. Snohomish County voters narrowly rejected a similar tax in 2016.
Rep. Julio Cortes, D-Everett, and Rep. Carolyn Eslick, R-Sultan, want to fund temporary housing for those exiting treatment at ages 18 to 24.
Sen. John Lovick’s bill aims to create “a culture of safety” on state highways. Opponents say it could promote “disproportionate enforcement priorities.”
If the bill passes, Snohomish County graduates could get one year of free college locally, regardless of income.
Politics Newsletter
It’s day 19, here is what’s happening in the Legislature.
In Everett, attendance rates dropped 15% in a few years. A bill in Olympia aims to get kids back in the classroom.
Rep. April Berg’s proposal would dedicate revenue to housing for farmworkers and people with developmental disabilities.
Politics Newsletter
It’s day 12, here is what’s happening in the Legislature
Politics Newsletter
Meet our new state government reporter Jenelle Baumbach as the legislative sessions begins in Olympia.
