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Cautious optimism remains for state’s Voting Rights Act

OLYMPIA — After four unsuccessful attempts by lawmakers in past sessions, sponsors of a state Voting Rights Act…

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Legislative proposal would reduce state tax on recreational marijuana

OLYMPIA — In the state’s battle to eliminate illegal marijuana sales, a lawmaker’s proposal to reduce the tax…

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Pot businesses concerned over privacy, safety with public records requests

OLYMPIA — When he entered the marijuana industry a little more than a year ago, Jim Mullen said…

State Rep. Kevin Van De Wege ()

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State legislation would provide quick dollars for wildfire relief

OLYMPIA — When a fire broke out in Asotin County last summer, Noel Hardin said a delay in…