A Saturday town hall hosted by 49th Legislative District lawmakers turned contentious over such hot-button issues as housing and education. Read more… Source: The Columbian
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Republican Rep. Greg Cheney announces bid for seat Ann Rivers is vacating
By The Citizen on April 8, 2024
Battle Ground Republican Rep. Greg Cheney said he will run for the 18th District Washington state Senate seat currently held by Sen. Ann Rivers. Read…
Republican Sen. Ann Rivers will not seek another term in state Senate
By The Citizen on April 5, 2024
Republican State Sen. Ann Rivers announced Friday she will not seek re-election to the state Senate. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Bill that protects peer support counseling for first responders heads to Gov. Inslee
By The Citizen on March 13, 2024
A bill that aims to expand and strengthen peer support counseling services for first responders is on the governor’s desk after passing the Legislature on…
Washington Lawmakers, Gov. Inslee aim to help paraeducators
By The Citizen on March 9, 2024
Representatives from Vancouver Public Schools met with Gov. Jay Inslee in early February to showcase Ogden Elementary School’s paraeducators and special education services. Read more… …
New projects headed for Southwest Washington as lawmakers approve capital budget
By The Citizen on March 8, 2024
Southwest Washington is about to get a makeover. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Vancouver woman among advocates who urge lawmakers to support House Bill 1450 to expand insurance coverage for biomarker testing for cancer patients
By The Citizen on February 6, 2024
Cancer patients, survivors and their families from the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network traveled to Olympia on Monday morning to urge lawmakers to endorse…
Sen. Cleveland takes the reins as health panel chair, juggling meetings and legislation
By The Citizen on January 25, 2024
OLYMPIA — For state Sen. Annette Cleveland, a typical day in session is a bit like playing Frogger — a mad dash across the hallway…
State schools superintendent touts student success, broaches need for sustained funding
By The Citizen on January 10, 2024
Education in Washington is well on its way to post-pandemic recovery, but challenges continue to cloud its future, according to Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction…
Gov. Jay Inslee optimistic about his proposed 2024 supplemental budget
By The Citizen on December 16, 2023
Gov. Jay Inslee is “cautiously optimistic” that state legislators will approve his proposed 2024 supplemental budget released Wednesday. Inslee met with The Columbian’s Editorial Board…