Building a stronger, more just & transparent democracy
Building a stronger, more just & transparent democracy
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Landlords and property owners gathered under the Capitol dome in Olympia Jan. 13 to protest a bill that would cap increases on rents. Corey Hjalseth, who is getting ready for retirement with his wife, said the bill will ultimately force them to sell their properties. "When somebody artificially comes in and tells me how much I can raise the rent or how much I can charge a tenant for a late fee, or that I have to help them with relocation expenses if I raise their rent more tha...
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More than 100 young people in Washington became homeless last year as they transitioned out of the state's foster care program. Some legislators say state and federal restrictions are standing in the way of the resources they need to keep their housing. "Stable housing is critical," said State Sen. Wilson, D-Auburn. "These are our children. These are state-raised children. We would not put our own children into a space where they don't have a place to live." Senate Bill 5082...
