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FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2020 file photo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee talks to reporters at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. State lawmakers across the country will be convening in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work -- and even affecting the way they work. After 10 months of emergency orders and restrictions from governors and local executive officials, some state lawmakers are eager to reassert their power over statewide decisions shaping the way people shop, work, worship and attend school (AP Photo/Ted S.

State capitols face showdown over COVID powers and spending

FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2020 file photo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee talks to reporters at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. State lawmakers across the country will be convening in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work -- and even affecting the way they work. After 10 months of emergency orders and restrictions from governors and local executive officials, some state lawmakers are eager to reassert their power over statewide decisions shaping the way people shop, work, worship and attend school (AP Photo/Ted S.

December 29, 2020, 12:45pm Politics

State lawmakers across the country will convene in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work — even affecting the way they work. Read story

FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2020 file photo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee talks to reporters at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. State lawmakers across the country will be convening in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work — and even affecting the way they work. After 10 months of emergency orders and restrictions from governors and local executive officials, some state lawmakers are eager to reassert their power over statewide decisions shaping the way people shop, work, worship and attend school (AP Photo/Ted S.

Washington state will spend $54M to help gig workers

FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2020 file photo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee talks to reporters at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. State lawmakers across the country will be convening in 2021 with the continuing COVID-19 pandemic rippling through much of their work — and even affecting the way they work. After 10 months of emergency orders and restrictions from governors and local executive officials, some state lawmakers are eager to reassert their power over statewide decisions shaping the way people shop, work, worship and attend school (AP Photo/Ted S.

December 27, 2020, 2:19pm Editor's Choice

Washington will spend $54 million to provide one-time payments to nearly 100,000 gig and self-employed workers cut off from unemployment benefits because of the impasse over the federal COVID-19 relief and spending bill, Gov. Jay Inslee said Sunday. Read story

s part of a push for greater environmental standards, Gov. Jay Inslee's proposed budget would further electrify Washington’s ferry fleet. The Democratic governor is also proposing new restrictions on carbon emissions.

What you should know about Inslee’s 2021 budget plan

s part of a push for greater environmental standards, Gov. Jay Inslee's proposed budget would further electrify Washington’s ferry fleet. The Democratic governor is also proposing new restrictions on carbon emissions.

December 21, 2020, 6:02am Latest News

Washington’s governor wasn’t shy about saying it Thursday: He thinks the state needs to spend more money to dig itself out of the hole caused by COVID-19. And he thinks new taxes are required to make that happen.  Read story

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee poses for a photo, Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, in Olympia, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S.

What happens if Gov. Jay Inslee takes a job in Biden’s cabinet?

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee poses for a photo, Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, in Olympia, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S.

December 4, 2020, 6:02am Editor's Choice

Days after Washington Gov. Jay Inslee won a rare third term in office, the 69-year-old Democrat started appearing on lists of possible picks for President-elect Joe Biden’s cabinet. Read story

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced new statewide COVID-19 restrictions Nov. 15. On Sunday, he said the first COVID-19 vaccinations in Washington could be administered Tuesday. (Ted S.

Inslee announces $135 million in grants, loans for businesses

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced new statewide COVID-19 restrictions Nov. 15. On Sunday, he said the first COVID-19 vaccinations in Washington could be administered Tuesday. (Ted S.

November 20, 2020, 4:17pm Latest News Free

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday announced $135 million in grants, loans and other assistance to help businesses and workers hurt by new restrictions he imposed through mid-December in response to a rising number of coronavirus cases across the state. Read story

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced new statewide COVID-19 restrictions Nov. 15. On Sunday, he said the first COVID-19 vaccinations in Washington could be administered Tuesday. (Ted S.

Inslee to ban indoor gatherings and dining, issue more COVID-19 restrictions for Washington, industry sources say

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced new statewide COVID-19 restrictions Nov. 15. On Sunday, he said the first COVID-19 vaccinations in Washington could be administered Tuesday. (Ted S.

November 14, 2020, 5:16pm Business Free

Gov. Jay Inslee will announce sweeping new restrictions Sunday to curb surging COVID-19 cases, including a ban on indoor social gatherings and indoor service at restaurants and bars, and sharp occupancy limits for retailers, according to industry officials briefed by the governor's staff. Read story

FILE - In this Monday, April 13, 2020, file photo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee speaks during a news conference at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. Inslee has repeatedly said he will rely on scientific models and input from state health officials to determine when stay-at-home orders can be relaxed, despite growing calls for them to be ended, including a protest that drew about 2,500 to the state Capitol. (AP Photo/Ted S.

Inslee dismisses talk of a Biden Cabinet seat, but speculation continues

FILE - In this Monday, April 13, 2020, file photo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee speaks during a news conference at the Capitol in Olympia, Wash. Inslee has repeatedly said he will rely on scientific models and input from state health officials to determine when stay-at-home orders can be relaxed, despite growing calls for them to be ended, including a protest that drew about 2,500 to the state Capitol. (AP Photo/Ted S.

November 12, 2020, 9:03am Election

Gov. Jay Inslee just won reelection to a third term, but speculation is swirling about whether he'll be offered a top position in the administration of Joe Biden. Read story

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee a Democrat, is being challenged by Republican Loren Culp, police chief of Republic. (Ted S.

Jay Inslee wins 3rd term as Washington governor

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee a Democrat, is being challenged by Republican Loren Culp, police chief of Republic. (Ted S.

November 3, 2020, 8:19pm Election

Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee has been elected to a third term in Washington state, beating Republican challenger Loren Culp. Read story

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, a Democrat, points to a member of his team after taking part in a debate with Loren Culp, a Republican, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020, in Olympia, Wash. Due to concerns over COVID-19, each candidate took part in the debate from an individual room, separate from moderators. (AP Photo/Ted S.

Washington joins multi-state review pact on COVID-19 vaccine

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, a Democrat, points to a member of his team after taking part in a debate with Loren Culp, a Republican, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020, in Olympia, Wash. Due to concerns over COVID-19, each candidate took part in the debate from an individual room, separate from moderators. (AP Photo/Ted S.

October 27, 2020, 3:42pm Health Free

OLYMPIA -- Washington is among a handful of Western states that have joined California in a pact to independently review the safety and efficacy of any coronavirus vaccine that is ultimately approved by the FDA before any distribution occurs in those states, Gov. Jay Inslee announced Tuesday. Read story

Gov. Jay Inslee waves to supporters while crossing the street at the intersection of Northeast 162nd Avenue and Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard in Vancouver. Inslee made an appearance in Vancouver Saturday to support two Democrats -- Tanisha Harris and Daniel Smith -- running for seats in the 17th Legislative District.

Inslee appearance in Vancouver highlights importance of local elections

Gov. Jay Inslee waves to supporters while crossing the street at the intersection of Northeast 162nd Avenue and Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard in Vancouver. Inslee made an appearance in Vancouver Saturday to support two Democrats -- Tanisha Harris and Daniel Smith -- running for seats in the 17th Legislative District.

October 24, 2020, 5:58pm Clark County News

As rain drizzled on Tanisha Harris near the corner of Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard and Northeast 162nd Street in Vancouver, she couldn’t help but feel happy about the start to her Saturday. Read story