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Paul Harris	Legislative District: 17 Full Name: Paul Harris Rep. Harris legislative update: I’m here to listen and serve I hope this letter finds you well. As we head toward summer and much of what happened during the 2024 legislative session becomes history, I wanted to reach out and remind you that I’m still hard at work representing the people of the 17th District. The 2024 legislative session ended two months ago but a... Read more » Rep. Harris shares 2024 session review in his combined 17th District newsletter Rep. Paul Harris recaps the 2024 legislative session together with Rep. Kevin Waters and Sen. Lynda Wilson, including public safety, the state budgets, and the six public initiatives introduced to the Legislature earlier this year. Bipartisan bill from Rep. Harris to assist the semiconductor industry signed into law by the governor On Tuesday, the governor signed into law a bipartisan bill from Rep. Paul Harris that will provide a much-needed boost to the semiconductor industry in Washington. House Bill 2482 will extend two tax preferences for semiconductor manufacturing until Jan. 1, 2034. The legislation also reinstates six tax preferences that expired on Jan. 1, 2024, and... Read more » Statewide initiative news, budgets finalized, and legislative successes: 2024 session recap The 2024 legislative session ended as scheduled, on Thursday, March 7. This 60-day session was packed full of state business covering numerous issues. As with any session, we had some wins and losses, but overall House Republicans made a real difference for Washingtonians, despite being in the minority. As your state legislator, I represent people... Read more » 17th District lawmakers secure more than $21 million in the 2024-25 supplemental capital and transportation budgets The Washington State House of Representatives unanimously approved the state’s 2024-25 supplemental capital budget today. The biennial construction, repair, and infrastructure funding plan, Senate Bill 5949, appropriates a total of $1.33 billion in funding. Reps. Paul Harris and Kevin Waters, who helped secure more than $21 million of funding for the 17th District, were pleased to... Read more » Rep. Harris joins fellow House Republicans in speaking against a bill that would link WA’s carbon market to California and Quebec Last week, Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, joined House Republicans to lay out the case against a bill (SB 6058) that would link our state’s carbon market to California and Quebec. House Republicans oppose this policy and the Climate Commitment Act, which has placed extraordinary financial burdens on low-income Washingtonians. Instead, they support Initiative 2117, which... Read more » Senate approves Bipartisan legislation from Harris to assist semiconductor manufacturers Semiconductor manufacturers in Washington could receive a nice break thanks to a bipartisan bill from Rep. Paul Harris that would reinstate semiconductor tax incentives. The Washington State Senate voted 47-1 in favor of House Bill 2482 on Friday, which would extend two tax preferences for semiconductor manufacturers for 10 years. “These companies chose Southwest Washington... Read more » There’s still time to sign up for our Zoom town hall tomorrow I hope this short letter finds you well. Thank you again for allowing me to serve you in Olympia. I wanted to remind you that I will join my 17th District seatmates, Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, and Sen. Lynda Wilson, R-Vancouver, for a virtual town-hall meeting tomorrow evening, Feb. 22 at 6:30, to discuss the... Read more » Please join us at our virtual town hall next week for an update on the 2024 legislative session It’s hard to believe the 2024 session is already entering its final weeks. On Tuesday, Feb. 13, we reached the house of origin cutoff, meaning that was the last day bills could be voted out of their respective chamber. After a week and a half of more committee meetings to consider bills from the Senate,... Read more » Rep. Harris speaks about his bill to reinstate tax incentives to semiconductor manufacturers Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, speaks on final passage of his bill that would extend two tax preferences for semiconductor manufacturing until Jan. 1, 2034. The bill would also reinstate six tax preferences that expired on Jan. 1, 2024. Harris explains why these tax preferences are so important to the economy in his community. 17th Legislative District
Ed Orcutt	Legislative District: 20 Full Name: Ed Orcutt Help stop property tax increases in Washington state (House Bill 2049) Republicans are trying to stop House Bill 2049. The controversial legislation would increase property taxes across Washington state by lifting the annual growth cap from 1% up to 3%, based on inflation and population changes. Learn more in the video and links below. State budgets Two weeks ago, I shared my concerns with the House Democrats’ operating budget and the new taxes and fees it relied on. Following a seven-hour debate on March 31, I voted against that legislation. All of my House Republican colleagues, in addition to five House Democrats, joined me in opposition to the spending plan. I’ll... Read more » Rep. Ed Orcutt explains why he voted against the House Democrats’ operating budget Rep. Ed Orcutt, ranking member on the House Finance Committee, explains why he voted against the House Democrats’ operating budget. He also weighs in on proposed tax increases and Governor Bob Ferguson’s opposition to the operating budgets recently passed by both House and Senate Democrats. Learn more about the House Democrats’ operating budget at this... Read more » Sam Parker pages in the Washington State House of Representatives Sam Parker served as a page in the Washington State House of Representatives from March 24 to 28. Sam, age 15 and from Ridgefield High School, was sponsored by Rep. Ed Orcutt. Sam helped with various duties on the floor of the Washington State House of Representatives, made deliveries on the Capitol Campus in Olympia,... Read more » Tax hikes: The largest in state history It’s budget season in Olympia, and with it comes the inevitable talk of taxes. This week, House and Senate Democrats, who hold the legislative majority, unveiled their respective operating budget proposals. Public hearings followed, with the Senate set to vote on its plan tomorrow and the House expected to take up its version on Monday.... Read more » Rep. Ed Orcutt explains why he was gaveled in the debate on parental rights legislation In House floor debate, Rep. Ed Orcutt fought to include an amendment to House Bill 1296 that would have required school districts to provide monthly opportunities during weekends and evening hours for parents and guardians to examine textbooks, curriculum, and supplemental materials used in their child’s classrooms. In his floor speech on this amendment, Rep.... Read more » Rep. Ed Orcutt on March revenue forecast: “It’s overspending that got us into this problem.” In this video, Rep. Ed Orcutt, a member of the Economic and Revenue Forecast Council, weighs in on the March revenue forecast and what it means for state budget writers. Orcutt: “It’s overspending that got us into this problem. We need to get control of the spending.” House floor action Wednesday concluded 10 consecutive days of House floor action voting on bills and amendments, with some nights working past 11:00 p.m. and even until 3:30 a.m. A vast majority of bills pass off the House and Senate floors with strong bipartisan – even unanimous – support. I think that is an important thing to highlight.... Read more » Rep. Ed Orcutt fights for parental access to school curriculum in debate on House Bill 1296 Rep. Ed Orcutt, R-Kalama, fought to include an amendment to House Bill 1296 that would have required school districts to provide monthly opportunities during weekends and evening hours for parents and guardians to examine textbooks, curriculum, and supplemental materials used in their child’s classrooms. House Democrats voted “no.” House Bill 1296, which would re-write the... Read more » Live on March 25: 20th District Virtual Town Hall – Don’t Miss It! Join your 20th District legislators for a virtual town hall! Mark your calendar! On March 25 at 6:30 p.m., Sen. John Braun, Rep. Peter Abbarno, and Rep. Ed Orcutt are hosting a virtual town hall to discuss important issues impacting the 20th District. This is your chance to hear updates, ask questions, and engage directly with your elected officials. When: March 25 at... Read more » 20th Legislative District
Peter Abbarno	Legislative District: 20 Full Name: Peter Abbarno VIDEO \| Legislative Recap: Week 14 Recap with Rep. Peter Abbarno – The Democrats’ budget is out of step with the needs of working families In his weekly recap, Rep. Peter Abbarno, House Republican Caucus Chair, talks about some bad policies before the Legislature. Instead of ensuring that single-parent families on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) receive their full child support payments, Democrats chose to fund DEI programs at public universities. Rather than reining in the exponential growth of... Read more » Rep. Peter Abbarno: Why transparency matters when everything is on the line in Olympia Washington families are facing real and growing challenges. The cost of living in Washington is among the highest in the nation. We pay more for groceries, ranking fourth in the country. Fuel prices keep climbing because of gas taxes and overregulation. Proposals to increase business taxes and raise property taxes are closer to reality. It... Read more » Rep. Peter Abbarno: Three bad bills. One clear message—Fix our priorities \| Opposition to HBs 2039, 2040, and 2041 Rep. Peter Abbarno, House Republican Caucus Chair, recently stood up against a series of bills that would hurt some of Washington’s most vulnerable residents—low-income children, disabled adults, and new mothers. These bills passed despite vocal opposition, and he voted no on all three. Here’s why: “If we want to fix Washington, we need to fix... Read more » Capitol Report with Rep. Peter Abbarno: Bill progress and tax hike concerns Rep. Peter Abbarno, House Republican Caucus Chair, shares that four of his bills have passed both chambers of the Legislature. Two have been signed by the governor, House bills 1003 and 1064, and two are moving closer toward landing on the governor’s desk, House bills 1039 and 1990. Abbarno also warns of looming tax hikes... Read more » Governor signs Rep. Peter Abbarno’s bill to streamline infrastructure and strengthen communities Washington’s infrastructure coordination team—SYNC—will continue to operate under legislation sponsored by Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia. Gov. Bob Ferguson signed House Bill 1064 into law today, extending SYNC’s work. “Infrastructure is one of the most critical investments we can make in the long-term success of our communities,” said Abbarno, House Republican Caucus Chair. “This legislation helps... Read more » Rep. Peter Abbarno issues statement on House Democrats silencing debate on parental bill of rights legislation During debate on Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5181—a controversial proposal that guts Initiative 2081 and undermines the rights of parents—the House Democratic majority invoked a procedural move known as a “call to question.” This tactic immediately ends debate and forces a vote, even if members are still waiting to speak. It hadn’t been used in... Read more » VIDEO \| Legislative Recap: Week 13 Recap with Reps. Peter Abbarno and April Connors – House floor watch and the bills you should be worried about The Washington State Legislature is gearing up for big floor debates over Democrat bills that would roll back critical protections for parental rights and impose the largest tax increase on Washington families in our state’s history. We encourage you to stay involved during these critical weeks ahead. Stay tuned for future updates from House Republican... Read more » Capitol Report with Rep. Abbarno: Standing against the costly food packaging tax Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, shares concerns about rising grocery prices across Washington. He warns that Senate Bill 5284, pushed by the majority party, would impose a costly new tax on packaging for everyday goods, raising prices by up to 20%. Abbarno highlights the danger of worsening food insecurity and calls the measure a regressive tax... Read more » Reps. Peter Abbarno and Stepanie McClintock: Grocery prices could skyrocket if Democrats pass this bill \| Senate Bill 5284 In this video, Rep. Peter Abbarno, House Republican Caucus Chair, and Rep. Stephanie McClintock explain why food prices could skyrocket in Washington state if legislative Democrats pass new taxes on grocery packaging and bottles (Senate Bill 5284). Democrats have made these policies a priority in 2025, despite the fact that more than half of Washington... Read more » Shining a light on government transparency: Rep. Peter Abbarno challenges secrecy in public records, champions access In a sharp editorial, The Seattle Times raised concerns about two bills (Senate Bills 5419 and 5262) requested by Washington’s new Insurance Commissioner—legislation the paper argues would erode public access to key information and protect special interests from scrutiny. The editorial supports the broader concern voiced by Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, who opposed these exemptions... Read more » 20th Legislative District
Stephanie McClintock	Legislative District: 18 Precinct: 556 Full Name: Stephanie McClintock Survey results are in and save the date for our next town hall \| Legislative update from Rep. Stephanie McClintock We are nearing the finish line of the 2025 legislative session, but we still have important, unfinished business, namely passing the state’s three spending budgets. As I shared in my last update, the majority party’s proposals include major tax increases. To that end, I asked for your input by completing a survey about these new... Read more » 18th District lawmakers ensure vital funding for projects in Southwest Washington are included in proposed 2025-27 House capital budget This week, the Washington State House of Representatives unveiled its proposed 2025-27 capital budget, House Bill 1216. The $7.63 billion spending plan is focused on K-12 school construction, public infrastructure, behavioral health facilities, affordable housing, and economic development. As part of the budget, Rep. Stephanie McClintock and Rep. John Ley worked to secure more than... Read more » Ridgefield high school student joins Rep. Stephanie McClintock as a House page Rep. Stephanie McClintock hosted Ridgefield High School student, Julia Smith as a House page in Olympia in the state House of Representatives during the week of Mar. 23-28. During her time at the state Capitol, Julia assisted representatives on the House floor and spent time helping Rep. McClintock, R-Vancouver, with some of her legislative duties.... Read more » Do you agree with the Democrats’ new tax proposals? Take my legislative survey: Rep. Stephanie McClintock As we enter the final weeks of the 2025 legislative session, Democrats in the House and Senate have recently released comprehensive new tax proposals that will impact everyone in Washington. Ranging from $15 to $20 billion, if either House or Senate Democratic proposals is enacted, it would be the largest tax increase in Washington state’s... Read more » Good and bad bills that survived the House of Origin Cutoff: Legislative Update from Rep. Stephanie McClintock The 2025 legislative session is heading into its last several weeks, with the final gavel scheduled for April 27. Last week, was House of Origin cutoff, when all bills had to be passed out of their original chamber to stay alive, except for bills considered necessary to implement the budget. We spent hours debating and... Read more » Legislation from Rep. Stephanie McClintock to enhance teenage work hours unanimously passes the House On Monday, the Washington State House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill from Rep. Stephanie McClintock to allow teenagers to work more hours while still in high school. Under House Bill 1121, 16—or 17-year-old minors could work as many hours during the school year as they can during summer, school vacations, or holidays if they... Read more » Majority party pushing dozens of new tax proposals \| Rep. Stephanie McClintock legislative update The 2025 session has reached some important cutoff dates, with another coming in two weeks. Policy committee cutoff was on Feb. 21, which means bills needed to be approved in their respective policy committees to advance. Our next critical deadline is fiscal committee cutoff on Feb. 28, when all bills in fiscal committees, such as... Read more » Education Committee approves Rep. Stephanie McClintock’s bipartisan bill to assess why students are leaving public schools A bipartisan bill from Rep. Stephanie McClintock, which would require the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to create a voluntary, confidential online survey for parents or guardians to fill out when transferring or withdrawing a student from a public school or school district, has received unanimous approval from the House Education committee. “We... Read more » Rep. Stephanie McClintock’s bill to allow teens to work more hours during the school year receives committee approval On Friday, the House Labor and Workplace Standards Committee unanimously passed a bill from Rep. Stephanie McClintock to give teenagers the right to work more hours while still in high school. House Bill 1121 would allow 16—or 17-year-old minors to work as many hours during the school year as they can during summer, school vacations,... Read more » Rep. Stephanie McClintock shares her legislative priorities, including education Rep. Stephanie McClintock, R-Vancouver, shares her legislative priorities, including education, helping consumers and businesses, and economic improvement. She also discusses soccer, one of her favorite things to do in her spare time. Click below to watch. 18th Legislative District VANCOUVER, WA
Kevin Waters	Legislative District: 17 Full Name: Kevin Waters Rep. Kevin Waters shares his concerns for a bill that dismantles the parents’ bill of rights Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, speaks on the House floor against Senate Bill 5181, another bill to strip parents of their rights to be involved in their children’s’ education and health decisions at school. Waters expresses his concern about the economic impacts the bill will have on Washington public schools and the kids who attend them.... Read more » Rep. Kevin Waters joins KIHR to discuss the latest news on funding the Gorge Commission and the Hood Rover Bridge Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Vancouver, joins Mark Bailey on KIHR Radio to discuss the latest news on funding for the Gorge Commission. Waters also discusses the transportation budget and funding for the Hood River Bridge, which he says is vital for both commerce and transportation. Wash. House Republicans · 04-09-25 – RADIO: Rep. Waters joins KIHR... Read more » Cutbacks and taxes highlight the state operating budget passed in the House, but the governor says he won’t sign it \| Rep. Kevin Waters legislative update There are just three weeks left in the 2025 legislative session, but several major hurdles still need to be to be cleared before the final gavel is scheduled to drop on April 27. Our primary task to complete is passing the state’s three budgets. According to forecasts, we are facing a huge shortfall in funding... Read more » Four of my bills moving forward and big budget work still to come: A legislative update from Rep. Kevin Waters As we move into spring, we can see a light at the end of the tunnel of this 105-day legislative session. However, there is still much work to be done over the final five weeks, especially when it comes to the state’s three budgets: operating, transportation, and capital. Before I get into the latest budget... Read more » Rep. Kevin Waters gives an update on his bills and what to expect for the rest of the 2025 session Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, joins Mark Bailey on KIHR for an update on the latest budget forecast and how it might affect negotiations in the Legislature and state government workers. He also discusses his own legislation and what to expect for the rest of the 2025 legislative session. Wash. House Republicans · 03-19-25 – RADIO:... Read more » House approves two bipartisan bills from Rep. Kevin Waters, including one that would allow breweries to sub out their kitchen space Two bipartisan bills from Rep. Kevin Waters passed the Washington State House of Representatives this week, including one allowing alcohol producers and breweries to sub out their kitchen space to people with restaurant experience. House Bill 1602, which passed unanimously, would allow breweries to subcontract the restaurant part of their business to individuals or entities... Read more » Please remember to register online and join us for our virtual town hall on March 13 The 2025 session is more than half over, and both chambers in the Legislature are about to finish several days and long hours of voting on hundreds of policies. Tomorrow is House of Origin cutoff, when all bills except those necessary to implement the budget must be passed out of their respective chamber to stay... Read more » House unanimously passes two bills from Rep. Kevin Waters, including one to clarify alcohol server permit statutes Rep. Kevin Waters’ bill that would change the definitions under the alcohol server permit statutes is headed to the Senate after receiving unanimous approval from the Washington State House of Representatives this week. House Bill 1698 would clarify that all persons selling and serving alcohol for on-premises consumption at a licensed facility need to obtain... Read more » Lawmakers from 17th District to host virtual town hall Thursday, March 13 The state lawmakers serving Skamania County, Camas, Washougal, part of Vancouver, and parts of rural Clark County, including Battle Ground, Yacolt, and Hockinson, will hold a virtual town hall meeting from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 13. Using the Zoom platform, Sen. Paul Harris and Reps. Kevin Waters and David Stuebe will... Read more » Update on my legislation and a push for funds for the Hood River Bridge \| Rep. Kevin Waters legislative update This Friday, Feb. 28, is fiscal cutoff, meaning all bills must be passed out of their respective fiscal committees to still be alive this session. This week, we have been voting on numerous bills in the fiscal committees, including the House Capital Budget Committee where I serve. On Monday, March 3, we start 10 consecutive... Read more » 17th Legislative District
David Stuebe	Legislative District: 17 Full Name: David Stuebe Majority pushing major tax increases as part of new budgets, but the governor has other plans \| Update from Rep. David Stuebe The 2025 legislative session is heading into the final weeks, but we still have several important tasks to complete. The Legislature’s top priority is to pass the state’s three budgets: operating, transportation, and capital. Washington is facing a budget deficit of anywhere between $7 to $15 billion, depending on which report you believe. So, how... Read more » Rep. David Stuebe share his insights about the Legislature and his concerns with state spending Rep. David Stuebe, R-Washougal, discusses his experience as a new state representative and his efforts to make Washington better for everyone by making communities safe, creating more jobs, addressing homelessness, and making life more affordable. He also discusses the state’s operating budget and the need to better manage and spend state revenue. Click below to... Read more » Rep. David Stuebe discusses important transportation projects in the 17th on KIHR Rep. David Stuebe, R-Washougal, joins Mark Bailey on KIHR to discuss the pending funding for the Slough Bridge and the White Salmon/Hood River Bridge. Stuebe explains how the slough bridge has been a major issue and safety concern for Camas, Washougal, and the Port for 10 years. This has been a collaborative project between the... Read more » Good, bad, and dead bills and how you can stay involved: An update from Rep. David Stuebe We are closing in on the final month of the 2025 legislative session, which is scheduled to end on April 27. Last week, was House of Origin cutoff, when all bills had to be passed out of their original chamber to stay alive, except for bills considered necessary to implement the budget. Good and Bad... Read more » Please join us for our virtual town hall on Thursday, March 13 Thank you again for allowing me to serve you in Olympia. I’m reaching out with this quick reminder that I will join my 17th District seatmates, Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, and Sen. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, for a virtual town hall meeting to discuss the 2025 legislative session, which is about to hit the House of... Read more » Rep. David Stuebe shares the latest news from the 2025 legislative session on KIHR Radio Rep. David Stuebe joins Mark Bailey on KIHR to discuss the latest happenings of the 2025 legislative session. Stuebe expresses gratitude for the people he works with, shares his experience in trying to pass good legislation, and explains how the majority is passing several bad bills and why that will negatively impact Washington. Stuebe also... Read more » Lawmakers from 17th District to host virtual town hall Thursday, March 13 The state lawmakers serving Skamania County, Camas, Washougal, part of Vancouver, and parts of rural Clark County, including Battle Ground, Yacolt, and Hockinson, will hold a virtual town hall meeting from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 13. Using the Zoom platform, Sen. Paul Harris and Reps. Kevin Waters and David Stuebe will... Read more » Rep. David Stuebe: Homelessness: Let’s try something new Washington continues to deal with the third-largest homeless population in the nation, and the problem is not getting better. Homeless encampments are spreading into more communities, and crime in homeless camps is increasing, including murder, sexual assault, human trafficking, and substance abuse. These camps create environmental hazards and are bad for public health and safety.... Read more » Good bills, bad bills, transportation, and taxes : An update on the 2025 legislative session from Rep. David Stuebe We have reached a benchmark in the 2025 legislative session. Friday, Feb. 28, is fiscal cutoff, meaning all bills must be passed out of their respective fiscal committees to be considered alive this session. On Monday, March 3, we start 10 consecutive days of floor action to vote on hundreds of bills until the 5... Read more » First bill from Rep. David Stuebe to assist in backcountry search and rescue efforts receives unanimous committee approval Thanks to a bill from Rep. David Stuebe, Washington backcountry search and rescue teams could soon receive a boost in their emergency response efforts. On Wednesday, the House Technology, Economic Development, and Veterans Committee unanimously passed House Bill 1625, Stuebe’s first bill as a state representative. HB 1625 would create a grant program to support... Read more » 17th Legislative District
John Ley	Legislative District: 18 Full Name: John Ley Rep. John Ley opposes a bill that would allow for higher tolling fees for the I-5 Bridge project Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, speaks on the House floor in opposition of House Bill 1958, which would allow for the issuance of up to $2.5 billion of bonds for the design, right-of-way, and construction of the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project. Click below to watch. Rep. John Ley speaks in support of an amendment to the House majority’s tolling bond authority Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, speaks on the House floor regarding his amendment to House Bill 1958, regarding tolling bond authority. The amendment would have prevented any bonds or other forms of debt be issued until a binding agreement has been entered into between Washington and Oregon that requires that any and all costs or funding... Read more » Rep. John Ley speaks against a bill that would change the process to set tolling fees Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, opposes a bill that would streamline the toll rate setting process at the transportation commission. Senate Bill 5702 would remove toll rate setting from the rulemaking process under the Administrative Procedure Act, which Ley says would limit constituent input and ultimately increase toll rates. Click below to watch. Rep. John Ley opposes a bill that seeks to strip the parental rights initiative passed last year Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, speaks on the House floor against the Senate’s version of a bill that would strip parents of their rights to have access to their children’s education and health decisions in school. Click below to watch. Rep. John Ley: Tax increases in Washington: The stage is set for a battle royale In the halls of Olympia, a fierce battle is raging over the future of taxes and spending in Washington state. As a Republican representative, I’m fighting to protect taxpayers from what I see as excessive tax hikes and wasteful spending proposed by majority Democrats. With proposals on the table that could drastically increase your financial... Read more » 18th District lawmakers ensure vital funding for projects in Southwest Washington are included in proposed 2025-27 House capital budget This week, the Washington State House of Representatives unveiled its proposed 2025-27 capital budget, House Bill 1216. The $7.63 billion spending plan is focused on K-12 school construction, public infrastructure, behavioral health facilities, affordable housing, and economic development. As part of the budget, Rep. Stephanie McClintock and Rep. John Ley worked to secure more than... Read more » How will the majority party’s new budget and tax proposals affect you? \| A legislative update from Rep. John Ley As the 2025 legislative session heads into its final stretch, taxes and spending take center stage in Olympia. Both the House and Senate have passed spending proposals in budgets that will require the largest tax increase in the state’s history. On Tuesday, Governor Bob Ferguson pushed back. Without mincing words, his message was clear: The... Read more » Rep. John Ley speaks in favor of making Oregon pay for Light Rail and saving Washington millions Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, introduces an amendment to the transportation budget that would ensure Oregon pays for its own Light Rail upgrades as part of the I-5 Interstate Bridge Restoration program which would save Washington up to $500 million for its own transportation projects. Click below to watch. Rep. John Ley supports an amendment to the operating budget to prevent raising the property tax cap Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, speaks on the House floor in favor of an amendment that would preserve the 1% cap on property taxes as part of the majority part’s budget proposal. Click below to watch. Rep. John Ley joins KXL Radio to discuss the Democrats’ massive new tax proposals Rep. John Ley, R-Vancouver, joins KXL Radio’s Lars Larson Show to discuss the new budget and tax proposals from Washington State Democrats. Ley shares his insights on these new proposals and how they will impact Washingtonians. He also discusses ways that state government can avoid new taxes by saving more and spending less. Click below... Read more » 18th Legislative District

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