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Opinion: Let’s make Washington state affordable for everyone

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:15:27 +0000

Rep. David Stuebe criticizes state lawmakers’ spending increases and calls for tax relief, budget reforms, and restored funding for essential services across Washington.

Opinion: Majority party policies still making life more expensive for Washingtonians

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 03:52:22 +0000

Rep. John Ley outlines his opposition to new taxes, raises concerns about state spending, and details legislation he plans to pursue during the 2026 Washington legislative session.

Opinion: Tax hikes won’t fix a spending problem

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 23:35:47 +0000

Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center argues that Washington’s budget crisis is self-inflicted, driven by overspending and misplaced priorities rather than lack of revenue.

Opinion: You want to know how much Washington State now taxes you?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 22:55:11 +0000

Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center outlines the major new taxes imposed on Washington residents and estimates the impact on someone earning $75,000 annually.

Rep. Peter Abbarno leads bipartisan effort to lower utility costs for families while enhancing emergency preparedness

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:46:54 +0000

Rep. Peter Abbarno introduces House Bill 1656, a bipartisan effort to lower utility costs and strengthen emergency preparedness through cost-saving strategies.

Initiative opponents claim blocking natural gas ban will drive up gas bills

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 23:51:25 +0000

Opponents claim Initiative 2066 will drive up natural gas bills in Washington state.