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Legislative panel wants closer look at impact of Boeing tax breaks
Lawmakers split along party lines over whether Washington should require more evidence that tax breaks are contributing to the state's economic well-being.
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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