Washington State Standard @WAStateStandard
A nonprofit, nonpartisan news outlet, providing original reporting, analysis and commentary on Washington state policy and politics. washingtonstatestandard.com Olympia, Washington Joined February 2023-
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Heating up: Mullet goes after Ferguson for once backing drug decriminalization #waelex washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/26/hea…
Washington’s immigrant population is jumping at the chance to apply for health insurance as coverage expands for those without a federally-recognized immigration status. buff.ly/44lQQUu
Washington’s access to quality preschool services falls below many other states, only serving 16% of four-year-olds and 8% of three-year-olds, according to a new national report. #waleg washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/25/was…
Washington’s ban on the sale of ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds will remain in place while the state appeals a lower court ruling that briefly overturned the law. #waleg buff.ly/3xUOy2t
Grizzly bears are coming back to Washington’s North Cascades. washingtonstatestandard.com/briefs/feds-wi…
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Wednesday new rules that will put refunds quickly back into air travelers’ pockets for canceled or delayed flights. washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/24/fed…
Two Republican state lawmakers in Washington are forgoing re-election while a third is moving across town so he can try to keep the legislative seat he’s held since 2007. #waelex washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/24/cou…
In the race to lead Washington’s public school system, Reid Saaris, a teacher and founder of an education nonprofit, has raised twice as much as the incumbent, Chris Reykdal. #waelex washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/24/in-…
Washington motorists will gain access this summer to new state rebates – up to $9,000 in some cases – to help cover the cost of leasing or purchasing electric vehicles. #waleg buff.ly/3UfPLZo
Montana’s winter is shaping up to have been among the worst for snowpack in 25 years. washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/23/bel…
Washington will receive $156 million in federal funds for new programs to install rooftop solar on thousands of homes and apartment buildings. #waleg washingtonstatestandard.com/briefs/new-fed…
Washington’s wolf population increased by 20% last year, the 15th year in a row that the number of endangered gray wolves in the state has grown, according to new state figures. buff.ly/3QgZ4Y1
A majority of U.S. Supreme Court justices Monday seemed inclined to side with an Oregon town’s law that bans homeless people from sleeping outdoors. washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/22/u-s…
The U.S. House approved a significant outdoor recreation bill earlier this month. Here's a look at what's in it. washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/20/key…
Washington’s charter school students are scoring similar or better than their traditional public school peers, according to a new State Board of Education report. #waleg buff.ly/4b6MUsE
Leaders of the Washington State Republican Party are leaving their convention in Spokane with an endorsed slate of candidates but also continued discord in their ranks. #waleg #waelex washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/20/end…
Military and humanitarian aid could be on its way to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan within weeks after the U.S. House took a series of overwhelmingly bipartisan votes Saturday. washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/20/aid…
For a few tense and chaotic minutes Friday, the Washington State Republican Party was poised to leave its convention in Spokane without endorsing a candidate for governor. #waleg washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/19/voi…
The federal Bureau of Land Management plans to publish a final rule soon allowing the nation’s public lands to be leased for environmental protection. buff.ly/449jRmg
Well, guess this explains why I haven't seen Mr. Reichert in the hall. If the convention chair reads his statement, it will certainly change the mood, quickly, I suspect #waelex
Well, guess this explains why I haven't seen Mr. Reichert in the hall. If the convention chair reads his statement, it will certainly change the mood, quickly, I suspect #waelex
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The federal Bureau of Land Management plans to publish a final rule soon allowing the nation’s public lands to be leased for environmental protection. buff.ly/449jRmg
From @WAStateStandard: A new audit finds that law enforcement agencies in Washington are complying with state seizure laws, but could do more to help people trying to reclaim property they’ve lost and to be more transparent about how the system works. crosscut.com/news/2024/04/s…
WA's incoming juniors will be allowed to enroll in college courses this summer. Via @WAStateStandard buff.ly/4aVuOd4
“I’ve been calling my bill a ‘Walking Start to Running Start’ because it will ease students into their college experience, minimize their debt, and get them a bit closer to earning their degrees,” Sen. Brad Hawkins said in March. From @WAStateStandard columbian.com/news/2024/apr/…
Thanks to @WAStateStandard and @dospueblos for sharing this story about our latest performance audit focused on civil asset forfeiture. A summary, details and link to our full report are publicly available here: sao.wa.gov/the-audit-conn…
A new audit finds that law enforcement agencies in Washington are complying with state law guiding property seizures, but could improve transparency and do more to help people trying to reclaim their assets. #waleg buff.ly/3TTI6QE
Check if your #WALeg district has changed in November's election with the @WAStateStandard's helpful address look-up tool: washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/04/03/her…
Another explosive year for gun bills in WA Legislature. Coverage from @dospueblos at the @WAStateStandard. bit.ly/3TL36Ki
Judge rejects attempt to delay WA building code update with new heat pump rules. Coverage from @bill_lucia at the @WAStateStandard. bit.ly/3PllF5f
On The Impact this week: initiative hearings and late session takeaways. Press panel with @reporterellen @SpokesmanReview and @LaurelDemkovich @WAStateStandard. #waleg Watch it here: tvw.org/video/the-impa…
The @WAStateStandard reported on the complaints over conditions for detainees two weeks ago. Among them: "insufficient food, dismissal of medical needs and misuse of solitary confinement" along with sanitation issues washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/01/24/sta…
Plan to cap how much landlords can raise rent moves ahead in WA Legislature. Coverage from @LaurelDemkovich at the @WAStateStandard. bit.ly/3OL4ABl
Estimates show capital gains tax repeal draining billions from Washington budget washingtonstatestandard.com/briefs/estimat… via @WAStateStandard
As first reported by @dospueblos and the @WAStateStandard, the push to let cities and counties raise property taxes up to 3% a year is dead for 2024. Locals will remain capped at 1% annual increases. #waleg
Really terrific piece by @gracesdeng, which is exactly the standard at @statesnewsroom. Really appreciate this organization and all the coverage it provides. @DaChris3118
State lawmakers won’t require insurers to cover tests cancer survivors say are crucial | A bill calling for coverage of biomarker testing for cancer and other diseases will not advance this session. #waleg buff.ly/3HQrdRi
Thank you to the @WAStateStandard for their coverage of access to biomarker testing & HB 1450. ACS CAN volunteers Robin & Allanda, shared their stories of how the testing helped in their cancer battle. Thank you to Rep. Monica Stonier for her work on this important legislation
State lawmakers won’t require insurers to cover tests cancer survivors say are crucial | A bill calling for coverage of biomarker testing for cancer and other diseases will not advance this session. #waleg buff.ly/3HQrdRi
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The Department of Health has received over 300 complaints from detainees about the facility’s conditions. A state law meant to give state agencies more oversight is tied up in court. From @WAStateStandard columbian.com/news/2024/jan/…
GEO Group (who operates the privately-run federal immigration detention center in Tacoma) refuses entry to WA state inspectors, violating WA state law. UWCHR research, alongside @ResistenciaNW, cited in today's @WAStateStandard article by @gracesdeng washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/01/24/sta…
Meredith Honig @UWCollegeOfEd spoke with @gracesdeng @WAStateStandard about the effects of school closures on their communities. washingtonstatestandard.com/2024/01/15/as-…
Democrats want to pass new restrictions to reduce gun violence and the proliferation of firearms. Opponents say their efforts infringe on Second Amendment rights and will leave families less safe in public places. From @WAStateStandard columbian.com/news/2024/jan/…