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Washington Healthplanfinder – a new option for small businesses and their employees

Wednesday, November 14 2012 - Karen Keiser

Beginning in 2014, small businesses can use the Washington Healthplanfinder to get, better, comprehensive health coverage for their employees. Through the Healthplanfinder employers can offer employees a variety of health plans, and their employees can choose the plans that fit their needs and their...

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If you’re a small employer, get the health care credit you deserve

Wednesday, November 14 2012 - Karen Keiser

Have you heard of the Small Business Health Care Tax Credit ? It is an exciting time in health care reform. This tax credit is just one of the new cost saving options for Washington’s small business rolling out under the Affordable Care Act. This tax credit for small businesses and tax-exempt organizations...

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Sen. Murray's statement on November revenue forecast

Wednesday, November 14 2012 - Ed Murray

"We've seen a steady economic recovery in Washington over the past year, but the gains are modest and the tasks ahead, including improving education funding, are significant. Answering the challenges we face in writing the next state budget will take collaboration, and I look forward to working...

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Ranker applauds Senate’s election of Murray as majority leader

Wednesday, November 14 2012 - Kevin Ranker

Sen. Kevin Ranker (D-Orcas Island) released the following statement today following the Majority Caucus Leader election of Sen. Ed Murray (D-Seattle) on Tuesday: "I congratulate Sen. Murray on his election as our majority leader and applaud the caucus for selecting him. “He has accomplished...

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Sen. Ed Murray elected new Senate majority leader

Wednesday, November 14 2012 - Radio

Washington State Senate Democrats have selected Seattle Senator Ed Murray to serve as Senate majority leader. Ian Cope reports. (TRT: 40 sec) SCRIPT Murray’s election as Senate majority leader was by acclamation as he stood unopposed for the position. A 17 year veteran of the State Legislature...

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