Policy cutoff: the good, the bad and the ugly
March 01, 2019
Dear Neighbor, Greetings! Today marks the fiscal committee cutoff for this session, when any bill that has a fiscal impact must pass out of committee to still be considered “alive” this session. The exceptions are bills necessary to implement our state’s capital, transportation and operating budgets. Last Friday marked the... Read More...
Local lawmakers to host two town halls Saturday, March 16
February 22, 2019
Sen. Keith Wagoner and Reps. Carolyn Eslick and Robert J. Sutherland are inviting community members to their town hall meetings on Saturday, March 16, to hear a 2019 legislative session update and provide constituents the opportunity to share their opinions and ideas. “Being a good leader means being a good... Read More...
Is the role of our state government pushing its limits?
February 17, 2019
Dear Neighbor, Greetings! This week, Olympia and most of Western Washington saw snow blanket most of the region, causing the Legislature to take a “Snow Day” on Monday.  Hearings resumed on Tuesday and I have been busy reading bills, visiting with constituents and hearing from stakeholders during this 105-day session. I... Read More...
Beginning of the 2019 Legislative Session
January 18, 2019
Dear Neighbor, Greetings! Thank you for taking time to read my newsletter about the start of the 2019 legislative session. As your state senator, it is important to me that I am representing you well in Olympia. For those who do not know me, my family and I have lived... Read More...
Wagoner appointed Senate Republican leader on Behavioral Health Subcommittee
December 18, 2018
Sen. Keith Wagoner, R-Sedro-Woolley, has been appointed as the Republican lead on the Behavioral Health Subcommittee for the 2019 and 2020 legislative sessions. The newly formed Behavioral Health Subcommittee will take a closer look at mental health issues and substance use disorders affecting individuals throughout Washington state. “I look forward... Read More...
Local lawmakers to host three town halls Saturday, April 14
April 06, 2018
Sen. Keith Wagoner and Rep. Carolyn Eslick are inviting community members to their town hall meetings on Saturday, April 14, to hear a 2018 legislative session wrap-up and provide constituents the opportunity to share opinions and ideas. The town hall meetings will take place in Monroe, Granite Falls and Sedro-Woolley.... Read More...
2018 Legislative Update
March 26, 2018
Thank you for taking time to read my newsletter about the 2018 legislative session. As your state Senator, it is important to me that I am representing you well in Olympia. For those who do not know me, I have lived in the 39th Legislative District for nearly all of... Read More...