Laurel Demkovich/Washington State Standard
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The tightened fire protection rules were scheduled to take effect last week. But after lawmakers approved a bill to limit them, regulators cast the codes aside.
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Washington lawmakers proposed over 1,000 bills this year. The Standard breaks down what’s headed to the governor’s desk and what got left behind.
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Three other initiatives are still headed to voters this November.
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The Senate passed a bill on Wednesday that would allow people who move out of Washington to continue accessing the new state program.
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Supporters of the proposal say “co-living” is an important option for increasing affordable housing.
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Critics say updated standards set to take effect in March would drive up housing costs and are based on a map that overstates fire risks in many areas.
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A bill up for debate in Olympia calls for clocks to no longer “spring ahead” in March and for Pacific Standard Time to remain in effect year-round.
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Supporters see the legislation as a way to expand space for new housing.