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I want to thank those of you who have contacted my office to express your thoughts and opinions on current issues and legislation in Olympia.  Your input and the interaction we have...

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,...

The 2017 legislative session is in full swing as lawmakers debate issues that will impact you, your family and our communities for years to come. Legislators will come up with a...

Legislation would comply with recent court decision by establishing a separate education budget that would be the first budget passed by the Legislature each year   The House Education Appropriations and...