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Rep. Larry Haler has spent the last 14 years in the state House. He looks back at his time with gratitude and humility.
Rep. Larry Haler, R-Richland, joins KONA radio and discusses his concerns about the Hanford Site and his proposed legislation that would make Hanford workers eligible for certain occupational disease complaints and...
Please join Rep. Brad Klippert and me at our 8th legislative district town hall meeting this Saturday, Feb. 17 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the ARC of Tri Cities, 1455 Fowler...
Rep. Larry Haler gives an update on the operating, transportation and capital budgets. He also discusses his legislation that awaits the governor’s signature.
Operating budget proposals from House Democrats and the Senate Majority Coalition Caucus have been released and budget negotiations are ongoing. For more information, including comparisons of the two dueling budget proposals,...
While there is no such thing as a perfect budget, I feel this one lives within our means, is sustainable, does not rely on new or increased taxes, and prioritizes education.
The 2013-15 capital budget represents $3.61 billion in total spending, including $780 million for education-related projects, and issues $1.92 billion in bonds. Important projects in the 8th District are supported by...
As Legislature head to special session, Haler challenges governor to stick to his ‘no new taxes’ promise
‘Without the taxpayer protections, I fear the majority party in the House is prepared to have a field day,’ says Haler The Washington State Supreme Court today ruled against the voter-approved...