Politics
Legislature Passes Budget, Tax Hikes; Adjourns
Legislature Passes Budget, Tax Hikes; Adjourns Austin Jenkins (2010-04-13) OLYMPIA, WA (N3) – The state legislature has adjourned, ending a 30-day special session. Lawmakers finished their business early Tuesday morning on a fiery partisan note. Democrats and Republicans locked horns over an $800 million tax package and a budget that closes a $2.8 billion... »
Participate in the Pro Con Statement Committee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2009 CONTACT: Kim Wyman – Thurston County Auditor 360.786.5408 Request for Participation in the Pro and Con statement committees for the August 18, 2009 Primary Election Thurston County Olympia, WA – If a county, city, town, or other taxing district turns in a resolution on or by May 26 to the... »
Alexander Comments on State Budget
Washington State House Republicans May 19, 2009 Operating budget signed by governor will burden taxpayers Statement from Rep. Gary Alexander, lead Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee House Ways and Means Ranking member Rep. Gary Alexander, R-Olympia, issued the following statement today in response to the Democrat budget signed by Gov. Gregoire: “The Governor and Democrat majority... »
Economists Warn Tax Increases
Olympia – 32 economists have signed an open letter to state elected officials warning that tax increases will damage Washington’s economy and hamper economic recovery. This comes as lawmakers are grappling with a large budget shortfall and are considering tax and fee increases rather than prioritizing spending, which families all across Washington are doing... »