The Senate Transportation Committee has heard public testimony on a bill designed to keep the SR 520 Bridge project moving forward. The immediate future of the 520 Bridge project has been threatened by an appeal of the state-approved shoreline permit which allowed construction to begin. Recognizing the...
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Haugen bill to continue 520 bridge project receives hearing
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Mary Margaret Haugen
520 bridge bill goes before committee
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Radio
The Senate Transportation Committee has heard public testimony on a bill designed to keep the SR 520 Bridge project moving forward. The immediate future of the 520 Bridge project has been threatened by an appeal of the state-approved shoreline permit which allowed construction to begin. Recognizing the...
Budget amendment to get Federal Way “shovel-ready” unanimously approved by Sound Transit board
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Tracey J. Eide
The Sound Transit Board of Directors unanimously approved an amendment to the agency’s 2012 budget today to provide approximately $24.3 million in additional funding for establishing a shovel-ready plan to extend light rail from S. 200 th Street to Federal Way Transit Center. The amendment, sponsored...
Sen. Ranker receives Humane State Legislator Award
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Kevin Ranker
OLYMPIA – Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island , received a Humane State Legislator Award from the Humane Society of the United States Tuesday. Each year, the society recognizes state legislators across the country who have initiated path-breaking animal protection legislation and demonstrably advanced...
Hundreds line up for Beef Day 2012
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Brian Hatfield
Sen. Brian Hatfield joined hundreds of legislators, staffers and lobbyists for Beef Day 2012. The annual event, put on by the Washington Cattlemen’s Association, features BBQ tri-tip beef sandwiches and the chance to learn about Washington’s cattle industry. Beef Day Cattle...
Sen. Rolfes honors fallen trooper
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Christine Rolfes
Sen. Christine Rolfes , D-Bainbridge Island, issued the following statements on the death of Washington State Patrol Trooper Tony Radulescu, who was fatally shot during a traffic stop early this morning near Gorst: "This is a tragedy for our community, and my thoughts and prayers are with Trooper...
Sen. Kilmer honors fallen trooper
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Derek Kilmer
Sen. Derek Kilmer , D-Gig Harbor issued the following statement on the death of Washington State Patrol Trooper Tony Radulescu, who was fatally shot during a traffic stop Thursday near Gorst: "We must always keep in mind the tremendous risks law enforcement officers take at every call. My condolences...
Sheldon honors fallen state trooper
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Tim Sheldon
Sen. Tim Sheldon, D-Potlach, said the death of Washington State Patrol Trooper Tony Radulescu, who was fatally shot during a traffic stop early this morning near Gorst, is a tragic loss for his loved ones, the State Patrol and the larger community. “This is a tragic and sobering reminder that the...
Sen. Keiser’s week in review – Feb. 23
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Karen Keiser
BLOG: Reform pensions to reduce state vulnerability during tough times
Thursday, February 23 2012 - Rodney Tom
In Washington, we're lucky to have one of the best pension systems in the nation when it comes to funding our liabilities. But while our funds appear healthy today, it's the health of our funds tomorrow that worries me. Lawmakers ought not turn a blind eye to promises with little chance of fulfillment...