Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard
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Democrats withstood around-the-clock resistance from Republicans, sending the “millionaires’ tax” back to the Senate for agreement and then onto signing by the governor. -
The biggest divergence between the House and Senate plans is their approach to spending climate dollars for tax rebates. Another deficit looms next year. -
Democrats want to tax personal income over $1 million. Gov. Bob Ferguson says lawmakers’ initial plan doesn’t offer enough tax relief for lower earners and small businesses. -
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U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, one of two Republicans representing Washington state in Congress, will not run for reelection next year. -
Rivers are surging around the state amid days of heavy rainfall. -
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During an appearance in Seattle on Wednesday, he also offered hints about his priorities for next year’s session. -
