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Lawmakers look to slow rent hikes
Reports of rapidly rising rents have legislators looking to lend a possible hand.
John Stang
John Stang is a freelance writer who often covers state government and the environment. He can be reached on email at johnstang_8@hotmail.com and on Twitter at @johnstang_8
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Governor's push on carbon emissions: What do Republicans say?
In his State of the State speech, Jay Inslee went over his plan for new fees to control carbon emissions. GOP leaders were ready with a reply.
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Senate's 2/3rds rule could doom new taxes, Inslee carbon plan
At the minimum, the Senate plan could force a public vote on any new taxes.
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Olympia for Dummies
Commentary: What Mean Girls, Animal House and Austin Powers can teach us about how the Legislature really works.
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Under the Dome: The Apples and Oranges Legislature
Republicans and Democrats face the 2015 legislative session with a lack of a shared reality.