Stephanie McClintock
Stephanie McClintock
Legislative District 18
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Looking forward to working with you this interim: Update from Rep. Stephanie McClintock
It’s hard to believe nearly two months have already passed since the 2026 legislative session concluded on March 12. Even though I have not been to Olympia much these last two months, I have still been busy representing you in the 18th District. A lot happened during the 2026 legislative session, and you can get... Read more » -
Now it’s urgent? Washington superintendent pushes cell phone ban after years of ignoring data
In 2024, I introduced a bipartisan bill calling for all Washington school districts to implement plans to restrict cell phone use during class time. The majority Democrats didn’t pass it. This legislation has been one of my top priorities ever since. We don’t need to take phones away, but I strongly support putting phones away.... Read more » -
Rep. Stephanie McClintock recaps the 2026 legislative session in her 18th District newsletter
With the 2026 legislative session now concluded, Rep. Stephanie McClintock recaps many of the important decisions made in Olympia this year with constituents in the 18th District. This post-session newsletter contains important updates on the state income tax passed by Democrats, the supplemental operating budget, and several other important issues that occurred during the 2026 session. -
I look forward to seeing you at our town hall meeting in Battle Ground this Saturday
Now that the 2026 legislative session has come to a close, there is a great deal to review and discuss with you. This year’s session was defined by a new state income tax, major policy debates, significant spending increases, and decisions that will have lasting impacts on families across our district and throughout Washington. With... Read more » -
2026 legislative session ends with another increase in the operating budget and a historical state income tax | Update from Rep. Stephanie McClintock
The 2026 legislative session officially came to a close last week, after lawmakers passed three supplemental budgets that will guide state spending in the year ahead: the operating, transportation, and capital budgets. While I’m glad to see some investments that benefit our communities, I remain concerned about the overall direction of spending, the lack of... Read more » -
18th District Lawmakers to host town hall meeting on Saturday, March 28, in Battle Ground
State lawmakers from the 18th Legislative District will host an in-person town hall meeting on Saturday, March 28, in Battle Ground. With the 2026 session ending on Thursday, March 12, Rep. Stephanie McClintock and Rep. John Ley will meet with constituents to review the major events from the recently concluded session. Among the issues they... Read more » -
Reps. Stephanie McClintock denounces passage of state income tax after historic House floor battle
Following a marathon 24-hour floor debate that marked one of the longest legislative battles in recent memory, majority Democrats approved legislation creating a new state income tax, Senate Bill 6346. The controversial measure advanced despite unified Republican opposition and extensive efforts to amend the proposal. Supporters say the policy targets high earners to generate new... Read more » -
Wins for the 18th District in the capital budget and another bloated operating budget| Legislative update from Rep. Stephanie McClintock
We are nearing the end of the 2026 legislative session, but there is still much work to be done, including finalizing the state’s three budgets (operating, capital, and transportation) and stopping the Democrat majority party’s state income tax proposal. My priority continues to be advocating for policies that strengthen public safety, protect taxpayers, support local... Read more » -
Rep. Stephanie McClintock joins NWAG Radio to discuss important agriculture issues
Rep. Stephanie McClintock, R-Vancouver, joins host Glenn Vaagen on the Northwest Agriculture Network and discusses several agriculture-related issues in Washington, including the latest dredging plan for the Columbia River and whether the Legislature is going to commit the needed funds for the project. McClintock also discusses the CCA and its effects on the state’s farming... Read more » -
Tell the Legislature how you feel about a state income tax | Update from Rep. Stephanie McClintock
I want to make you aware of an important development regarding Senate Bill 6346, the majority party’s proposal to create a state income tax in Washington. This legislation would impose a 9.9% income tax on individuals with Washington taxable income over $1 million, including married couples earning $1 million combined, not individually. The tax would... Read more »