Commentary: Attacking the Second Amendment doesn’t address core causes of society’s violence and lawlessness
SEDRO-WOOLLEY, Wash., April 10, 2023—On the Saturday before Easter, the state Senate’s majority Democrats passed what they call an “assault weapons ban.” In reality, the bill targets several of the most popular sporting and self-defense firearms in the country, including most modern sporting rifles and even some shotguns used for hunting and competition shooting. My […]
Assault weapons ban passes Senate, heads back to House for vote
OLYMPIA, Wash., April 9, 2023—The Senate passed sweeping legislation on Saturday afternoon, April 8, classifying 61 firearms as “assault weapons” to be banned within Washington state. The bill now heads back to the House for a vote on three Senate-proposed amendments, before it is sent to Governor Jay Inslee to be signed into law. House […]
Possession of firearm after voluntarily waiving rights now penalized with civil infraction
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 27, 2023—People with mental health issues and those who might consider suicide sometimes voluntarily give up their right to possess guns by filing a voluntary waiver of their firearm rights with the clerk of the court of any county within the state. Under SB-5006 filing such a waiver would be allowed electronically […]
House passes bill prohibiting sale of assault weapons in Washington
OLYMPIA, Wash., March 9, 2023—The Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 1240, with a 55-42 vote, on Wednesday, March 8, that prohibits the sale, manufacture, and import of assault weapons in Washington state while providing exemption for military and law enforcement agents. The bill now moves to the Senate to take action. “This […]
Lawmakers tackle new gun laws to mitigate state gun violence
OLYMPIA, Wash., February 9, 2023—With the start of Washington’s 2023 Legislative Session on January 9, lawmakers are considering new firearm restriction laws in an effort to combat gun violence. Of these proposed bills, HB-1240 would ban the sale of military-style assault weapons, HB-1144 would enhance the requirements for firearm purchases and transfers, and SB-5078 would […]
Inslee announces million-dollar “Shot of a Lifetime” vaccination lottery
OLYMPIA, Wash., June 3, 2021 – Gov. Jay Inslee today announced a suite of new incentives by means of a vaccination lottery with prizes totaling $2 million to help encourage unvaccinated Washingtonians get vaccinated. The Washington State Lottery will be conducting a “Shot of a Lifetime” giveaway series during the month of June, working with […]
Inslee signs bill to put statue of Billy Frank Jr. in U.S. Capitol
Gov. Jay Inslee signed HB 1372 today, which will place a statue of tribal leader Billy Frank Jr. in the National Statuary Hall. Inslee was joined by members of Frank’s family, tribal and community members, Lt. Gov. Denny Heck and Rep. Debra Lekanoff when he signed the bill in a ceremony at Wa He Lut Indian School […]
Working families tax credit heads to Governor’s desk
Idea wins broad bi-partisan support Qualified families would qualify for rebate A tax credit for working families in Washington passed the Senate in a bipartisan vote April 11, with lawmakers on both sides saying the exemption for low-income earners was a long time coming. HB 1297 passed the Democratic-led Senate chamber on a bipartisan 47-2 […]
Washington state Senate passes statewide cap on carbon bill 25-24
By Sydney Brown | Washington State Journal Opponents say it will hurt consumers, businesses Supporters claim it will bring in money, curb emissions The Act is expected to generate $933,496,483 in revenue and $29.6 million in program costs over the next four years. Olympia, Wash., April 9, 2021 – A controversial statewide cap on carbon […]
2021 Legislative Session: Upcoming committee hearings, March 29 – April 2
Go to TVW for broadcasts of committee hearings, work sessions and Floor action. If you’re interested in a particular event, but were not able to watch it live, TVW has you covered with its extensive and easy to search archives. Holding a remote session does not mean you don’t get to have your say. We have a brand […]
