In spite of promising reforms, Gov. Ferguson has failed to keep three of his biggest promises from before the legislative session. These include reforming emergency powers, stopping emergency clause abuse, and cutting wasteful spending. In fact, Gov. Ferguson signed the largest tax increase in Washington state's history.
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Governor Ferguson signs the largest tax increase in Washington's history into law By Mark Harmsworth
In spite of promises to cut spending instead of raising taxes, our budget now raises taxes to unseen levels. READ MORE
Parent notification of medical services, mental health issues involving students is removed By Elizabeth New
Parents now have less say over their children in schools. READ MORE
Work? Strike? Whatever; Employers now required to pay union members not to work By Elizabeth New
Striking workers, both public and private, will soon qualify for unemployment benefits. READ MORE
A huge thanks to all who came out to our Spokane forum on the environment yesterday! The full video will be uploaded to our YouTube channel soon, with highlights to follow. In the meantime, check out the local news coverage from KHQ above!
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