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How the Washington state supplemental budget debate works
WA is facing a major budget shortfall. We explain the process for making up the difference.
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WA lawmakers consider bill to protect voter registration rights
HB 1916 makes it harder to challenge a voter’s registration and increases false challenge penalties.
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Washington lawmakers push to rein in AI chatbots
Gov. Ferguson-backed chatbot bill among measures still alive this legislative session.
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WA bills aimed at protecting immigrants pass cutoff
The bills aim to bolster workers’ rights and protect common areas like schools and election offices.
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Could Washington pass a millionaire tax this year?
To close the budget gap, lawmakers have proposed a 9.9% tax on income over a million dollars.