#wapolitics

Federal Judge Robert Lasnik has rejected a GOP challenge to Washington’s new legislative maps, ruling race wasn’t the dominant factor in redrawing a Latino-majority Yakima Valley district. What this means for Voting Rights Act fights nationwide 👇 https://hyperlocalnews.website/seaen/judge-rejects-republicans-challenge-to-washington.html

Big Tech’s green promises vs. backroom lobbying? 🏛️⚡ In Washington state, Microsoft & Amazon are pushing to weaken a bill that would make data centers pay more for grid upgrades and transparency. Inside the fight over HB 2515 ⬇️ https://hyperlocalnews.website/seaen/behind-the-scenes-of-green-promises-how-big-tech.html

Bipartisan move in Olympia: WA Senate leaders propose $1.5B in new transportation funding with no tax hike 🚧🚍 From flood-damaged highways to ferries, EV chargers & bike routes, here’s what’s in the plan ⤵️ https://hyperlocalnews.website/seaen/washington-senators-propose-15b-for-roads-and.html

Rivian is spending $4.6M to let Washington voters decide if EV makers can sell directly to drivers—ending Tesla’s solo exception and boosting consumer choice ⚡🚗 Will this speed up the state’s clean-car goals? Dive in: https://hyperlocalnews.website/seaen/rivian-challenges-dealers-fight-for-direct-ev.html

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson pledges to close a multibillion-dollar budget gap with cuts only—no sales or property tax hikes—and vows to veto any increase. Progressives want new taxes on big business instead. What’s at stake? 👀 https://drwuaze.site/news/seaen/wa-gov-bob-ferguson-says-his-budget-will-rely-on.html