Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard
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The plans combine cuts with billions in new taxes to solve a shortfall. It’ll now be up to Gov. Bob Ferguson to decide what will become law. -
Under a version released Thursday, rent hikes would be limited to 7% plus inflation, or 10%, whichever is lower. -
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Republican U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgartner, who represents eastern Washington, is among those pressuring Attorney General Nick Brown on immigration issues. -
Senators approved the change by a single vote on Thursday during tense floor action.
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But as the session nears an end, several highly controversial proposals are still under consideration. -
“I think we made our message clear,” said a union leader after making his way inside the governor’s office. The employees talked of a one-day strike to spotlight their critical roles. -
The state has now filed 11 lawsuits against the Trump administration, including four this week. -
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