Member Opinions

Let’s say this right up front. If the Legislature does nothing this year to raise fees or increase taxes, the state is still expected to take in an additional $2... ...

April 25, 2013

Since taking office in January, I have been studying the Belfair Bypass project as well as all state government. What is happening with the construction of our bypass is the...

April 25, 2013

Let’s say this right up front. If the Legislature does nothing this year to raise fees or increase taxes, the state is still expected to take in an additional $2... ...

April 25, 2013

Reps. Joel Kretz and Shelly short give a detailed outline of the job-creation policies they support in the Legislature and how the governor and House Democrats would rather create a larger...

April 12, 2013

Reps. Joel Kretz and Shelly short give a detailed outline of the job-creation policies they support in the Legislature and how the governor and House Democrats would rather create a larger...

April 12, 2013

Before the Legislature adjourns its regular session April 28, lawmakers will be seeking agreement on a two-year state operating budget. Frequently, as budget debates heat up, you’ll hear proponents of... ...

April 12, 2013

Even in a Slow Economy, State Government Wages a War on Work As Washington state faces persistent and systemic high levels of unemployment, we should be asking ourselves one simple question: why...

April 4, 2013

Expansion of Medicaid not a panacea, by Rep. Joe Schmick

March 29, 2013

The Washington State Constitution says: “It is the paramount duty of the state to make ample provision for the education of all children residing within its borders.” According to Webster’s... ...

March 22, 2013

Last Thursday was a bad day for Washington. It was a worse day for Washington taxpayers. The Washington State Supreme Court struck down the requirement that the Legislature pass new... ...

March 6, 2013