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Inslee signs tow truck safety bill sponsored by state Sen. Jeff Wilson
A tow truck safety bill sponsored by state Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, was signed into law by Gov. Jay Inslee last week. The bill, Senate Bill 5023, allows tow truck operators to turn on … more
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U.S. Bureau of Land Management
Bureau of Land Management to hire 100 interns
Those looking to kickstart a career in civil service can apply to be an intern with the Bureau of Land Management. The department will hire 100 interns nationwide in the next few weeks. … more
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The Capitol building in Olympia, home to the Senate and House chambers, is seen from outside the Governor’s Mansion Thursday, Feb. 16.
Republican lawmakers criticize bill limiting ‘assault weapons’ after state Senate passage
Republicans across the state issued statements in opposition to Washington legislation banning a number of firearms that was passed by the state Senate. State Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, … more
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A bag with a limit of 15 razor clams dug at Mocrocks is pictured on March 18. The limit for digs scheduled from April 6 to April 20 has increased to 20 clams per person.
WDFW approves coastal razor clam digs in April as daily limit increases to 20 clams
Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) confirmed the next round of coastal razor clam digging can proceed as planned from April 6 to April 12 with an increased … more
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The Capitol building in Olympia, home to the Senate and House chambers, is seen from outside the Governor’s Mansion Thursday, Feb. 16.
Local lawmakers concerned over capital gains tax ruling
The Washington State Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a capital gains tax, leaving local Republican legislators concerned the decision runs counter to how the tax is interpreted in other states. … more
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Cowlitz Tribe receives $150,000 to ‘decarbonize’ vehicle fleet
The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is o ne of four Washington entities set to receive funds from the state’s Clean Energy Fund. The Cowlitz Tribe will receive $150,000 for its “Fleet … more
State Sen. Jeff Wilson testifies before the Senate Law and Justice Committee on Tuesday in support of his catalytic converter bill.
State Sen. Jeff Wilson testifies before committee on catalytic converter bill
On Tuesday, 19th Legislative District state Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, testified before the Senate Law and Justice Committee in favor of his catalytic converter bill, known as Senate Bill … more
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A daily limit of 15 razor clams dug near Ocean Park is pictured in this file photo.
WDFW approves 10 days of razor clam digs beginning Friday as tentative dates announced for April
OLYMPIA – Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Tuesday confirmed coastal razor clam digging reopens at Twin Harbors and Copalis on Friday, March 17.  … more
The Washington Capitol building is lit up against the night sky in Olympia on Thursday, Feb. 16.
More bills from North Clark County lawmakers survive session deadline
The Washington State Legislature’s 5 p.m. cutoff on March 8 for bills to pass their chamber of origin put an end to many potential pieces of legislation, but lawmakers representing North Clark … more
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The Washington State Capitol building is pictured in this file photo.
State House passes bills to ban assault weapons and require background checks, safety training for gun purchases
After years of attempts, Democrats in the Washington House of Representatives passed a ban on assault weapons late Wednesday. The measure was approved one day after the House voted 52-44 requiring … more
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Washington State House votes for more funds to combat auto theft
On the same day that the Washington state House of Representatives refused to consider a bill that could reform the state's police pursuit law, it approved a bill making more funds available for … more
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Washington State Patrol
With Washington House bill broken down, Senate passes police pursuit reform
After the state House of Representatives refused to move on police pursuit reform by the Wednesday cutoff to get a bill out of its chamber of origin, effectively dooming its chances, the Senate acted … more
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Coastal razor clam digging at Mocrocks starts Friday, Copalis opens Saturday
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Monday confirmed coastal razor clam digging reopens at Mocrocks Friday, March 3, followed by opportunities March 5 and March 7. … more
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State Rep. Joel McEntire attends Inslee’s 2023 State of the State speech in Olympia.
School funding bill sponsored by 19th Legislative District Rep. McEntire passed out of committee
A school funding bill sponsored by state Rep. Joel McEntire, R-Cathlamet, was passed unanimously by the House Capital Budget Committee last Monday ahead of a key committee deadline.   "This … more
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Wind turbine blades, roughly 220-feet in length, are pictured at the Skookumchuck Wind Project in this file photo.
State Senate unanimously passes wind turbine recycling bill sponsored by Sen. Jeff Wilson
Senate Bill 5287, sponsored by state Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, was passed out of the state Senate by a vote of 48-0 on Monday. The bill, aimed at “holding green energy to green … more
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A catalytic converter from a hybrid Prius lays on the floor next to an electric reciprocating hand saw.
Local lawmaker proposes harsher penalties for catalytic converter theft
A Southwest Washington lawmaker is leading the charge in proposing harsher penalties for those who buy and sell the precious metals extracted from stolen catalytic converters. State Rep. Greg … more
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The Capitol building in Olympia, home to the Senate and House chambers, is lit up on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 16.
Children’s Day brings a bill on a state dinosaur to the House floor
Children and grandchildren sat on laps and wandered the aisles of the House of Representatives during this year’s Children’s Day at the state Legislature, while many young observers … more
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From left, IT3 Innovation Center Board of Directors Vice-Chair Brian Taylor, Siemens U.S. CEO Barbar Humpton, IT3 CEO Kevin Witte and IT3 board chair Ron Arp cut the ribbon during a ceremony that celebrated the opening of the Innovation Center’s Ridgefield facility on Feb. 22.
State, national workforce leaders speak at summit in Ridgefield
Playing video games and simplifying technical language are some ways to solve the gap in the manufacturing workforce, according to those who work on both sides of the equation. During a … more
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Diggers search for clams on the Washington coast in this 2021 courtesy photo from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Tentative coastal razor clam digs at Mocrocks, Copalis beaches announced for March 
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday tentatively scheduled additional razor clam digging dates at Mocrocks and Copalis beaches in March. "After … more
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The Washington State Capitol building in Olympia is pictured.
Bills from lawmakers in Legislative District 17 progress through Legislature
Legislators representing the east side of Clark County are seeing their authored bills progress through the lawmaking process, as one bill moves onto the Senate after passing on the House … more
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