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Republican leaders praised what they called a fiscally responsible and bipartisan proposed Senate operating budget that funds public safety and education priorities. In contrast, they said a proposal from House Democrats...

March 28, 2023

House and Senate Republican leaders met with reporters to discuss a “disappointing, but not surprising” state revenue forecast released this week by the Economic Revenue and Forecast Council, but stressed that...

March 21, 2023

With operating budget proposals set to be released by the end of the month, House and Senate Republicans cautioned against using the state's higher-than-expected revenue growth to increase spending across numerous...

March 14, 2023

In his week nine legislative session review, House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox discusses house of origin cutoff, what bills are alive and dead, and the latest on the vehicular pursuit issue.

March 10, 2023

Rep. J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, provides an update on the state's process to site a new major airport and House Bill 1791. Learn more about the Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission here.

March 10, 2023

Republican leaders met with reporters to discuss wins and losses one day after the house of origin cutoff deadline in the 2023 legislative session. Lawmakers offered their thoughts on important public...

March 9, 2023

In his week eight legislative session review, House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox discusses house of origin cutoff, floor action, housing and public safety.

March 3, 2023

Republican leaders updated members of the media on the progress of important bills making their way through the Legislature, with particular attention to public safety and housing legislation. Lawmakers also answered...

Feb. 28, 2023

In his week seven legislative session review, House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox discusses fiscal committee cutoff and what to expect next week in the Washington State House of Representatives.

Feb. 24, 2023

House and Senate Republicans told reporters they are hopeful legislation empowering law enforcement officers to rein in crime and substance abuse will continue to move forward, but said they remain concerned...

Feb. 21, 2023