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Prison reform has been a priority for progressive Democrats. However, despite a Democratic majority in the Legislature, some of this year’s reform proposals didn’t become law.
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With the stroke of a pen, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed the state budget into law Friday. It was almost certainly the last piece of legislation he will approve as the state’s top official.
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Gov. Jay Inslee signed the bill to hasten Puget Sound Energy’s shift from natural gas to clean energy. Critics contend it will lead to higher energy bills for ratepayers.
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WA officials say the state is making progress on homelessness, but new housing isn't being built fast enough to ease the strain of rising costs on low and fixed-income households.
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The new law requires training for employees in establishments to prevent sexual harassment, identify and report human trafficking, de-escalate conflict and provide first aid.
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According to an analysis released this month, the gender wage gap for women in Washington was one of the worst in the nation in recent years.
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The changes are set to go into effect on March 15. They still face a challenge in court.
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Olympia correspondent Jeanie Lindsay joins KNKX Morning Edition host Kirsten Kendrick to cover the highlights of the 2024 legislative session.
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Washington's legislature has adjourned for the year, with lawmakers scoring wins on many big issues. But several priorities for Democrats stalled as a few Republican-backed voter initiatives took center stage during the short 60-day session.
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The Biden administration, leaders of four Columbia River Basin tribes and the governors of Oregon and Washington have signed papers formally launching a $1 billion plan to help recover depleted salmon populations in the Pacific Northwest.