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House Republicans fought a controversial bill affecting locally elected sheriffs for nearly eight hours on the House floor before Democrats approved it early Friday morning. John Sattgast reports from Olympia. Wash....

March 6, 2026

House Republicans say a bill giving Washington’s attorney general broader investigative authority raises serious concerns about government overreach. John Sattgast reports from Olympia. Wash. House Republicans · 03-04-26 – RADIO REPORT:...

March 4, 2026

Families in Washington may soon have a new option to honor loved ones on land they cherish. John Sattgast reports from Olympia. Wash. House Republicans · 02-12-26 – RADIO REPORT: House...

Feb. 12, 2026

A northeast Washington lawmaker says recent Supreme Court retirements highlight what he calls a growing problem with how judges reach the bench and why lawmakers should have a say in those...

Feb. 5, 2026

The House has voted overwhelmingly to update the structure of Washington’s Veterans Advisory Committee, which advises the governor and the Department of Veterans Affairs on issues affecting veterans. John Sattgast reports...

Jan. 23, 2026

A new proposal at the state Capitol would create a permanent memorial honoring Washington service members who fought the Global War on Terror. John Sattgast reports from Olympia. Wash. House Republicans...

Jan. 22, 2026

 Governor Bob Ferguson will have his first chance to fill a vacancy on the Washington State Supreme Court once Justice Mary Yu retires in December. A Republican state lawmaker is calling...

Sept. 17, 2025

Majority Democrats in the state House of Representatives rejected 27 Republican amendments before passing a bill requiring a state permit to purchase firearms. John Sattgast reports. Wash. House Republicans · 03-08-25...

March 8, 2025

While legislative Democrats are promoting a bill that would remove George Washington from the Washington State flag, a House Republican lawmaker has proposed legislation to honor the nation’s first president further....

Feb. 19, 2025

A series of bills filed Monday in Olympia would require state Senate confirmation of Washington Supreme Court and Court of Appeals gubernatorial appointees. John Sattgast reports. Wash. House Republicans · 02-10-25...

Feb. 10, 2025