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During late-night floor debate, Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, proposed an amendment to provide a credit for interest received on loans issued by banks in underserved areas. Walsh says the change would help financial institutions keep the doors open for many smaller, often rural, branch locations. Amendment 868 to House Bill 2167 was voted down on a party-line vote.

Rep. Matt Shea gives an update on I-1000 and his concerns as a veteran, the death penalty bill, mandatory vaccinations and the possibility of special session.

Rep. Chris Corry, R-Yakima, speaks on the House floor against tax increases for travel agents and tour operators, Senate Bill 6004. The 12th District lawmaker argues that raising the business and occupation (B&O) tax rate will further damage an already ailing industry.

TVW's Legislative Review for April 2, 2019 takes a close look at a wolf bill by Rep. Joel Kretz to review the listing status of wolves in Washington state as well as provide resources for ongoing livestock/wolf conflict management efforts for Ferry and Stevens counties.

In his second video update of the 2019 legislative session, Rep. Hoff discusses some of the issues his constituents are bringing to his attention, how he decides whether to vote for or against a bill when it comes to the floor, and some of the good and bad bills making their way through the legislative process.

Rep. Vicki Kraft, R-Vancouver, discusses her concerns about a two-year $53 billion state operating budget proposal that relies on tax increases and boosts government spending.

Rep. Maycumber moves into a new office, speaks with Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI), talks about her new role as Floor Leader and interviews a Girl Scout.

Rep. Alex Ybarra, R-Quincy, discusses his opposition to the net metering measure recently approved by the House, Senate Bill 5223. Ybarra also talks about what lawmakers will be working on during the last few days of the regularly scheduled 2019 session.

Rep. Carolyn Eslick, R-Sultan, discusses the district she represents, what motivated her to run for office and her top legislative priorities.

Rep. Brandon Vick speaks against Gov. Jay Inslee's standardized health plan legislation. House Bill 1523 passed the state House of Representatives on March 8 on a party-line vote of 57-41.

Rep. Matt Shea explains why Gov. Jay Inslee's "clean energy" plan is flawed, how it would increase rates and hurt working families.

Rep. Jim Walsh shares his opposition to sentencing changes for persistent offenders, Senate Bill 5288.

In his weekly review, House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox discusses the upcoming floor debate on the House Democrats' 2019-21 operating budget proposal, which would increase spending by $8.5 billion and raise taxes by more than $4 billion over the next four years.

Rep. Tom Dent introduces three aviation-related bills to encourage economic development.

Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, R-Goldendale, sits down with TVW to discuss her bipartisan legislation that would improve law enforcement response to missing and murdered Native American women.

Rep. Andrew Barkis, R-Olympia, brings you another edition of the "Barkis Breakdown" from under the dome in Olympia. Up on deck this edition: affordable housing, Barkis bills of importance, and a thank you to our law enforcement.

During floor action on Thursday, April 11, House Republicans stood united against Senate Bill 5116. The measure is part of the Gov. Inslee's controversial climate agenda and will increase energy costs for families and employers. It also fails to address proper forest management and wildfires.

“We know the costs are going to go up as a result of this. We know it is going to have negative effects…And those who can least afford it are the ones who will be most affected by it,” said Rep. Ed Orcutt, R-Kalama.

Rep. Joel Kretz speaks on the House floor in favor of his Amendment 453 to the 2019-21 House transportation budget. The amendment, which was adopted, would provide $60,000 for the installation of an updated meteorological station at the Colville Airport. House Bill 1160 passed off the House floor 90-5 on March 29, 2019.

Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, asks questions during House Transporation Committee hearings on the economic feasibility of the low carbon fuel standard, February 13, 2019. The lawmaker questions the sponsor about the difference between the “price and cost” of the proposal. The bill's sponsor is unable to answer this simple economic inquiry.

Rep. J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, sits down with TVW to discuss the 2nd Legislative District, his role as House Republican Leader, and his legislative priorities.