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Opinion: Olympia wants a 4-day work week. It won’t work out as the politicians think it will

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|Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026

Opinion: Olympia wants a 4-day work week. It won’t work out as the politicians think it will

Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 2611’s proposed 32-hour workweek would raise costs, strain small b ...

Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 2611’s proposed 32-hour workweek would raise costs, strain small businesses, and undermine Washington’s economic competitiveness. ...

Thursday, January 29, 2026
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Opinion: Free care for people who don’t live here? It’s being encouraged — HB 2250 can help

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|Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026

Opinion: Free care for people who don’t live here? It’s being encouraged — HB 2250 can help

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that Washington’s current charity care rules encourage out-of-state use of n ...

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that Washington’s current charity care rules encourage out-of-state use of non-emergency hospital services and supports HB 2250 to restore residency-based limits. ...

Thursday, January 29, 2026
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Opinion: House Bill 1834 would create a regulatory nightmare and restricts parental control on social media

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|Date: Monday, January 26, 2026

Opinion: House Bill 1834 would create a regulatory nightmare and restricts parental control on social media

Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 1834 would undermine parental authority and create sweeping regula ...

Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 1834 would undermine parental authority and create sweeping regulatory and legal risks under the guise of protecting minors online. ...

Monday, January 26, 2026
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Opinion: HB 2100 – Tax employers for paying people well? It’s for the needy, sorta

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|Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Opinion: HB 2100 – Tax employers for paying people well? It’s for the needy, sorta

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues House Bill 2100 would raise costs, discourage job growth, and expand state s ...

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues House Bill 2100 would raise costs, discourage job growth, and expand state spending power under the banner of helping people in need. ...

Saturday, January 24, 2026
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Opinion: Who is leaving Washington and why the politicians need to care

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|Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Opinion: Who is leaving Washington and why the politicians need to care

Mark Harmsworth argues Washington is losing higher-income taxpayers and business owners, warning that ris ...

Mark Harmsworth argues Washington is losing higher-income taxpayers and business owners, warning that rising taxes and regulation threaten long-term economic stability. ...

Tuesday, January 20, 2026
| by ClarkCountyToday.com

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Opinion: HB 2088: Cut the red tape for dietitians and fix licensing for everyone

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|Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026

Opinion: HB 2088: Cut the red tape for dietitians and fix licensing for everyone

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that while HB 2088 would help dietitians, Washington should pursue universal ...

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that while HB 2088 would help dietitians, Washington should pursue universal licensure recognition to reduce broader workforce licensing barriers. ...

Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Opinion: House Bill 2481 will stifle innovation and hurt businesses

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|Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Opinion: House Bill 2481 will stifle innovation and hurt businesses

Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 2481 would restrict market-driven pricing, increase regulatory bur ...

Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 2481 would restrict market-driven pricing, increase regulatory burdens, and ultimately harm Washington businesses and consumers. ...

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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Opinion: Crossing the mighty Columbia River is getting mighty expensive

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|Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Opinion: Crossing the mighty Columbia River is getting mighty expensive

An opinion column argues lawmakers must reassess the I-5 Columbia River Bridge replacement after revised ...

An opinion column argues lawmakers must reassess the I-5 Columbia River Bridge replacement after revised estimates show the project’s probable cost has more than doubled. ...

Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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Opinion: Seven Things You Need to Know About the Governor’s Budget Proposal

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|Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026

Opinion: Seven Things You Need to Know About the Governor’s Budget Proposal

Ryan Frost outlines seven key issues in Gov. Bob Ferguson’s proposed 2026 supplemental budget, focusing o ...

Ryan Frost outlines seven key issues in Gov. Bob Ferguson’s proposed 2026 supplemental budget, focusing on taxes, spending growth, and long-term fiscal risks. ...

Sunday, January 11, 2026
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Opinion: State CO2 report shows 86% of Washington’s claimed climate benefits are probably fake

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|Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Opinion: State CO2 report shows 86% of Washington’s claimed climate benefits are probably fake

Todd Myers argues a state climate report significantly overstates emissions reductions and raises concern ...

Todd Myers argues a state climate report significantly overstates emissions reductions and raises concerns about data accuracy and accountability in Washington’s climate spending. ...

Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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POLL: Did the council’s debate and resolution help unite or divide the community?

🤝 Helped unite the community
⚡ Increased division
🔄 It won’t make much difference
🔄 It won’t make much difference

239 votes

* Also read: Clark County Council modifies language on its resolution on ICE activities in the region

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