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Rep. Drew MacEwen spoke in opposition to the House Democrats' 2019-21 operating budget proposal when it came to the floor Friday.

Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, discusses the governor's proposed tax increases. Walsh also shares information on three of his school safety bills, including one that would provide funding for a School Resource Officer (SRO) to be placed in every school in the state. Walsh also discusses his data privacy bill and why it's important for the people of Washington.

Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, shares information on his legislative work to support the Naselle Youth Camp and why it is critical the center stays open.

In his latest video update, Rep. Graves invites 5th District residents to three upcoming town halls in Maple Valley, Issaquah and North Bend on Saturday, Feb. 17. Graves will be joined by fellow 5th District legislators, Rep. Jay Rodne and Sen. Mark Mullet.

Rep. Mark Hargrove, R-Covington, provides his thoughts on what Washingtonians should expect to see from the Legislature now that Democrats hold majorities in both chambers.

Rep. Hayes pays tribute to fallen police officer, discusses Hirst fix and capital budget, and talks about his bill to fight opioid addiction.

Rep. Mark Hargrove provides an update on the 2017 legislative session.

Rep. Dick Muri, R-Steilacoom, sits down with TVW to discuss the 28th District and his legislative priorities.

Rep. Paul Graves, R-Fall City, discusses legislation he's introduced to remove the special exemption state lawmakers receive from making their calendars and communications available to the public.

Rep. Andrew Barkis, R-Olympia, provides you with an update on what's happening under the dome in Olympia. BIG NEWS! He dropped a huge bill package aimed at bringing eviction reform to the housing affordability crisis. He also introduces his new Legislative Assistant Kendra, and gives a brief rundown of the first week of the 2019 legislative session.

Rep. Vicki Kraft, R-Vancouver, discusses her concerns about the growing problem of human sex trafficking along the I-5 corridor from Vancouver, B.C. through Vancouver. WA, and south to Los Angeles, CA. Kraft has introduced legislation to increase penalties against those who sexually exploit children and to reduce fly-by-night massage parlors.

Rep. Michelle Caldier talks with Gig Harbor Police Chief Kelly Busey about legislation that would allow red-light and toll cameras to be used for police investigations (House Bill 1229)

Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, speaks on House floor about protecting small towns from the prohibitive costs of lawsuits and legal fees that could accompany the passage of Senate Bill 6002, the "Voting Rights Act."

Rep. Dan Kristiansen discusses the first major legislative deadline and what happens to the surviving bills.

Rep. Vicki Kraft, R-Vancouver, shares an update on her bill that would bring fiscal responsibility to WaTech. The consolidated technology agency was created to serve as the state's premiere central IT organization. The state auditor's office recently reported WaTech is losing an average of $3-17 million per year. Kraft's measure would force the agency to terminate service on lines of business that are incurring significant losses. The lawmaker also shares an update on several of the gun bills being debated during the 2018 session, as well as her views on 2nd amendment rights.

During floor debate on Senate Bill 5600, Rep. Andrew Barkis, R-Olympia, speaks on his amendment and the importance of the 7-day pay-or-vacate notice. In his argument, he describes how 7-days is fair and reasonable. This amendment would improve the work that has been done on this important issue, and gets the bill to a fair place for both tenants and landlords.

Rep. Vicki Kraft, R-Vancouver, sits down with TVW to talk about the 17th District and her legislative priorities.