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VIDEO: Sen. Harper discusses the start of the 2012 Legislative Session
Monday, January 09 2012 - Nick Harper
Sen. Eide’s statement on Sound Transit audit
Monday, January 09 2012 - Tracey J. Eide
Olympia - Sen. Tracey Eide, D-Federal Way , released this statement following the announcement of an upcoming audit of Sound Transit: "I applaud the decision by the Washington State Auditor to take a close, hard look at Sound Transit. In this difficult economy, Federal Way taxpayers deserve to know...
MEDIA ADVISORY: State legislators to submit amicus brief in support of health reform law
Monday, January 09 2012 - Karen Keiser
Olympia - Sen. Karen Keiser, D-Kent , Sen. David Frockt, D-Seattle , Sen Steve Conway, D-Tacoma , Rep. Eileen Cody, D-West Seattle and Rep. Laurie Jinkins, D-Tacoma , will announce their submission of an amicus brief in support of the Affordable Care Act at a press conference Thursday, January 12. The...
Stay in touch with the SDC
Monday, January 09 2012 - The Hopper
With opening ceremonies drawn to a close, the Legislature now begins its work in a regular, 60-day session. You can stay up to date with us in a number of ways, including checking in right here on The Hopper. But your options don't stop there. You can also: Follow us on Twitter @WASenDemocrats ; Visit...
Session begins today
Monday, January 09 2012 - The Hopper
Today at noon , the Legislature will convene in regular session. And this year, lawmakers have a head start on their work. The state faces a significant budget shortfall, driven mostly by drops in expected revenue due to international economic turmoil. However, during a special session last month, the...