BREAKING: WA Democrats REJECT their "millionaire tax" only being for millionaires by shooting down Amendment 696 on SB 6346. There it is... as we have been arguing, this tax will be a broad-based income tax on everyone, as early as next year.

LOWER GAS PRICES NOW: WA State Senate Republicans are formally requesting that Governor Bob Ferguson immediately call a special session for one clear purpose: Lower gas prices by pausing climate fuel taxes from the Climate Commitment Act (SB 5126, passed in 2021 and enacted in 2023) and the low-carbon fuel standards. These actions would take 55 cents off the price of a gallon of gas. These sky-high state taxes are hitting Washington families and individuals hard at the pump. According to AAA, the average gas price in Washington is currently $5.55 a gallon — a full $1.06 higher than the national average of $4.49. Gas taxes went up again on July 1st. It’s time for state government to lower the cost of fuel, not keep raising it. Families and working people need real, meaningful relief. Read the full letter calling on Governor Ferguson to act now: ow.ly/TGg050ZPQmT #PainInTheGas #UnaffordableWA #GovernmentGreed #StopTheGreed #ReturnAffordability #waleg

UNCONSCIONABLE: Washington State's Sentencing Guidelines Commission, appointed by the Governor and Legislative Democrats, voted 7-2 to LOWER the penalties for those convicted in sex sting operations against minors, also known as "Net Nanny" Operations. Last year, WA Democrats submitted a similar policy in legislation with SB 5312. It was defeated by outrage from the public and Legislative Republicans (#tbt). We have adamantly opposed this dangerous and tone-deaf idea. Children need more protection from criminals and those seeking to do them harm, not less. #UnsafeWA #UnaccountableWA #ThrowbackThursday #waleg

Dubious Distinction: For the cost of doing business, Washington State has gone from 28th place to 48th place in the U.S. according to the Puget Sound Regional Council. This comes after budgets with both the largest and second largest tax increases in state history were passed by the far left and Gov. Bob Ferguson. Many of these steep new taxes targeted small business (HB 2081) and even charities, non-profits, foodbank, childcare, and health care (SB 5814). It’s straight up government greed and it’s costing us all. Former WA Governor Christine Gregoire joins a growing number of commonsense Democrats, Independents, and Republicans who recognize the far left majority in state government has a massive spending problem. WA budget policies are crippling our economy and is at the heart of our affordability crisis. It's well-past time rein in spending and use taxpayer dollars wisely. #GovernmentGreed #StopTheGreed #ReturnAffordability #waleg

LOWER GAS PRICES NOW: WA State Senate Republicans are formally requesting that Governor Bob Ferguson immediately call a special session for one clear purpose: Lower gas prices by pausing climate fuel taxes from the Climate Commitment Act (SB 5126, passed in 2021 and enacted in 2023) and the low-carbon fuel standards. These actions would take 55 cents off the price of a gallon of gas. These sky-high state taxes are hitting Washington families and individuals hard at the pump. According to AAA, the average gas price in Washington is currently $5.57 a gallon — a full $1.09 higher than the national average of $4.48. Gas taxes went up again on July 1st. It’s time for state government to lower the cost of fuel, not keep raising it. Families and working people need real, meaningful relief. Read the full letter calling on Governor Ferguson to act now: ow.ly/TGg050ZPQmT #PainInTheGas #UnaffordableWA #GovernmentGreed #StopTheGreed #ReturnAffordability #waleg

We honored the Seahawks in the Legislature this year (SR 8683). #Seahawks #NFL #Seattle #waleg

Must Watch: Former WA Governor Gary Locke (D) slams the utter lack of budget discipline from the far left majority and Gov. Bob Ferguson. Locke joins a growing number of commonsense Democrats, Indepedents, and Republicans acknoweldging that Washington State has a spending problem, not a revenue problem. Enough is enough! #GovernmentGreed #StopTheGreed #ReturnAffordability #waleg

Can you afford a 30% utility rate increase? Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is proposing major utility hikes: 30% on electricity and 20% on natural gas over the next three years. The biggest driver? Compliance costs tied to our state's Climate Commitment Act (SB 5126 in 2021, enacted and the Clean Energy Transformation Act (SB 5116 in 2019) on the electric side according to The Center Square. Both expensive energy policies are from WA Democrats. These sharp increases need approval from the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission, which is appointed by the Governor. Energy bills have already jumped 12% this year alone. Many WA families and individuals cannot afford this. It’s time for policies that lower the cost of energy, instead of ones that constantly raise prices. #UnaffordableWA #waleg

The Washington Supreme Court today struck down Initiative 2066, the voter-approved 2024 measure that aimed to protect access to natural gas for homes and businesses and limit state and local policies that restrict or discourage its use. "Washington voters had their say on I-2066. They voted to preserve access to natural gas and protect families’ and businesses’ ability to choose the energy source that works for them. Today’s ruling doesn’t erase what voters told us." -Sen. Boehnke Two high-profile court cases have Senator Matt Boehnke calling for consequences for those who damage public property and respect for the people’s voice on energy choice. Kelley Payne reports. tinyurl.com/2n7n4uj9

Schools told us how much fees/taxes from the Climate Commitment Act from the far left (SB 5126 in 2021, operational in 2023) are costing YOU, the taxpayer. One single high school’s bill showed almost $2,300 extra for three weeks due to the “WA Climate Act Fee." Remember when former Gov. Jay Inslee said the program would only cost you, “pennies”? An Eastern Washington School Districts' February 24, 2024 gas bill alone was $70,000 HIGHER than February of the year prior, while natural gas prices were been decreasing. Their power company itemized the charge. On the West side of the Washington, some power companies DO NOT itemize the charge after then Attorney General (now Governor) Bob Ferguson advised former Governor Jay Inslee's appointed UTC Commissioners to tell them not to. Many saw spikes in their utility bills and didn't know why. This was why. Who ultimately pays these regressive taxes, many hidden, hitting schools, the pump, your utility bills, and more? YOU. The taxpayer. It’s time for state level policies that lower, not increase, energy prices right here at home. #tbt #ThrowbackThursday #GovernmentGreed #UnaffordableWA #waleg

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Can you afford a 30% utility rate increase? Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is proposing major utility hikes: 30% on electricity and 20% on natural gas over the next three years. The biggest driver? Compliance costs tied to our state's Climate Commitment Act (SB 5126 in 2021, enacted 2023) on the gas side, and the Clean Energy Transformation Act (SB 5116 in 2019) on the electric side according to The Center Square. Both expensive energy policies are from WA Democrats. These sharp increases need approval from the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission, which is appointed by the Governor. Energy bills have already jumped 12% this year alone. Many WA families and individuals cannot afford this. It’s time for policies that lower the cost of energy, instead of ones that constantly raise prices. #UnaffordableWA #waleg

9/11: A day of mourning. We solemnly remember the nearly 3,000 American lives lost in a senseless terrorist attack 25 years ago. We also honor our brave first responders, who will forever remain heroes.

THE MILEAGE TAX: Last year, the public and Legislative Republicans defeated The Mileage Tax from Olympia Democrats for the third year in a row. The tax proposal did not come back in 2026. Under the defeated Mileage Tax proposal, mileage would be calculated by a GPS tracker, annual odometer checks, and more. Olympia Democrats want to charge you a 2.6-cent mileage tax on EVERY MILE YOU DRIVE (HB 1921 & SB 5726). Even worse, you would get taxed on an additional 10% of your annual mileage tax sum. A TAX ON A TAX. Legislative Republicans and the public fought this terrible proposal every step of the way. Thank you to everyone who Signed-in CON against The Mileage Tax (HB 1921/SB 5726)! The Mileage Tax scheme, or "Road Usage Charge," comes from the mostly Inslee-appointed WA Transportation Commission. It would greatly increase the cost of living for many. These terrible policies would especially harm people on fixed incomes, ride-share drivers & users, truckers, delivery services, and those living in rural areas (#tbt). Stay vigilant, The Mileage Tax may return. #CarWars #PainInTheGas #MileTax #GovernmentGreed #StopTheGreed #waleg

Seattle Seahawks Victory!!! We won against the AFC Champions again, despite our Quarterback Sam Darnold being injured. We honored the Seahawks in the Legislature this year (SR 8683). @Seahawks #Seahawks #NFL #Seattle #waleg

Fiscal Incompetence: WA is forecasted to have a significant budget shortfall in the BILLIONS. This comes after Gov. Bob Ferguson and the far left passed a budget with the largest tax increases in state history this year (SB 5998), another budget with the second largest tax ory last year (SB 5167), cut $782 MILLION out of Medicaid (SB 5167), went on a record spending spree (SB 5998 & SB 5167), and more. All of these actions greatly contributed to the affordability crisis in our state. Enough is enough. Washington State has a spending problem, not a revenue problem. #GovernmentGreed #StopTheGreed #ReturnAffordability #waleg

While far left WA State leaders passed record tax increases, they failed to investigate daycares with no children receiving taxpayer funds according to The Center Square. This is despite the issue being covered heavily in media. It was reported earlier this year that Governor Ferguson's Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) had an un-auditable $416 MILLION of taxpayer funds, according to State Auditor Pat McCarthy (D). Taxpayer funded daycare fraud is being exposed nationwide. And don't forget about the known fraud, waste, and abuse: A squandered $15 BILLION surplus, the largest tax increases and spending spree in state history in back-to-back years (SB 5167 in 2025 & SB 5998 in 2026), $1.17 BILLION in missing COVID money, $646 MILLION of unemployment money being stolen by Nigerian scammers, $340 MILLION going to non-citizens, and so much more. Imagine what these BILLIONS alone could have paid for. It's well past time for state government to be responsible and accountable with your money. #UnaccountableWA #UnaffordableWA #ReinstateAccountability #waleg