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    State Legislature
    Washington state moves closer to bump stock ban
    Washington state moves closer to bump stock ban
    By Taylor McAvoy • February 26, 2018 1:30 am

    SB 5992 passed the House of Representatives 56-41 on Friday, Feb. 23, largely along party lines.

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    Frame 352 of the 1967 Patterson-Gimlin film, which allegedly depicts a Sasquatch walking in Northern California. (Robert Patterson/Bob Gimlin image)
    Bigfoot eludes state recognition yet again
    By Alex Visser • February 22, 2018 1:30 am

    The Sasquatch would have joined the apple and steelhead trout as Washington state emblems.

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    Bill would exempt certain legislative records from public disclosure | Updated
    Bill would exempt certain legislative records from public...
    By Richard Walker • February 22, 2018 1:30 am

    Senate Bill 6617 was introduced Feb. 21; is not subject to hearings

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    First Amendment rights for student newspapers moves through Legislature
    First Amendment rights for student newspapers moves through...
    By Taylor McAvoy • February 20, 2018 1:30 am

    Student newspapers could get additional free speech protections.

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    After mass shootings, lawmakers clash over gun legislation
    After mass shootings, lawmakers clash over gun legislation
    By Taylor McAvoy • February 20, 2018 1:30 am

    At least 10 firearms bills introduced early in session; four still stand chance at becoming law.

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    Proposal to eliminate the death penalty passes the state Senate
    Proposal to eliminate the death penalty passes the...
    By Josh Kelety • February 20, 2018 1:30 am

    After passionate floor debate, the bill moves to the state House

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    Legislators to host Bremerton, Poulsbo town hall meetings
    Legislators to host Bremerton, Poulsbo town hall meetings
    February 15, 2018 1:30 am

    Two chances to chat with Rep. Appleton, Rep. Hansen, and Sen. Rolfes

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    State Senate pushes its own car tab tax reduction
    State Senate pushes its own car tab tax...
    By Josh Kelety • February 12, 2018 2:30 pm

    Proponents say it will bring relief to taxpayers and maintain transit funding.

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    ‘Ban the Box’ bill employment bill advances in state House
    ‘Ban the Box’ bill employment bill advances in...
    By Taylor McAvoy • February 12, 2018 1:30 am

    State Rep. Caldier said bill barring criminal history question on applications doesn’t go far enough.

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    Carbon tax plan advances in the state Senate
    Carbon tax plan advances in the state Senate
    By Josh Kelety • February 9, 2018 1:30 am

    Gov. Inslee proposed a $20 per ton of emitted carbon tax.

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    Proposed bill would provide free college tuition to some students
    Proposed bill would provide free college tuition to...
    By Taylor McAvoy • February 8, 2018 1:30 am

    OLYMPIA— A proposal to establish the Evergreen Free College Program would phase in funding to pay tuition for students from…

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    Program before lawmakers could strengthen mental health crisis response
    Program before lawmakers could strengthen mental health crisis...
    By Josh Kelety • February 8, 2018 1:30 am

    Pilot project would partner mental health professionals, local law enforcement officers

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    Bigfoot eludes state recognition yet again
    Bigfoot eludes state recognition yet again
    By Alex Visser • February 8, 2018 1:30 am

    The Sasquatch would have joined the apple and steelhead trout as Washington state emblems.

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    Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island: Net pen ban “is a strong stance to ensure the protection of our marine environment and native salmon populations in the Salish Sea.” (Contributed photo)
    Atlantic salmon net pens one step closer to...
    February 8, 2018 1:30 am

    SB 6086 moves to the state House of Representatives for consideration

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    Bipartisan bills target Cold War-era prohibition on nuclear attack preparations
    Bipartisan bills target Cold War-era prohibition on nuclear...
    By ALEX VISSER WNPA Olympia News Bureau • February 1, 2018 10:30 am

    Revived nuclear attack fears have sparked two planning preparation bills in the state Legislature.

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    Affirmative action could make a comeback in Washington state
    Affirmative action could make a comeback in Washington...
    By TAYLOR McAVOY WNPA Olympia News Bureau • January 30, 2018 1:30 am

    Legislators seek to repeal an existing law meant to outlaw preferences based on race and gender.

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    Angel given award for service to veterans
    Angel given award for service to veterans
    By Bob Smith • January 25, 2018 1:30 am

    26th District senator is an advocate for veterans and their families.

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    Capital Budget approved; millions allocated for Kitsap projects
    Capital Budget approved; millions allocated for Kitsap projects
    By Josh Kelety • January 19, 2018 1:30 am

    But affordable housing across the state still threatened

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    The City of Poulsbo will receive $400,000 toward the purchase of four acres in the Viking Avenue area, south of Liberty Road and between 5th Avenue and a city waterfront trail. (Jacob Moore/Kitsap News Group)
    For Kitsap communities, Capital Budget funding couldn’t come...
    By Jacob Moore • January 19, 2018 1:30 am

    More than 20 projects slated to receive money

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    Spellman, others showed value of bipartisanship
    Spellman, others showed value of bipartisanship
    January 18, 2018 1:30 am

    Former governor is remembered for his bipartisanship.

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