Link Source: https://www.governor.wa.gov/news-media/inslee-statement-house-budget-proposals
Gov. Jay Inslee released the following statement in response to operating and capital budget proposals released by the state House of Representatives on Monday.
“I’m very encouraged to see the House propose larger investments to avert more homelessness in our state. It is most heartening that the House put in the budget the funds necessary to implement our housing bond proposal that would build thousands of necessary housing units. The stage is now set for discussions between the House and the Senate to develop a budget that will go big so people can go home.
“So far there is strong alignment among legislative leaders about prioritizing housing as well as K-12, special education, climate change, the state’s workforce, mental health and other crucial supports for Washingtonians who are still recovering from the pandemic’s impacts. I look forward to the work ahead of us to cement a successful legislative session for Washingtonians.”
IN OTHER STATE NEWS:
Seattle Prep Edges Out Skyline High School to Capture 2023 YMCA Mock Trial Championship
March 26, 2023
Seattle Prep High School’s Blue Team edged out Skyline High School’s Green Team to take the Washington State 2023 YMCA Mock Trial championship on Sunday, March 26 in Olympia. Seattle Prep can now go on to compete in the national championship in Little Rock, Arkansas in May.(details)
Annual awards program celebrates excellence in planning for future growth, livable communities
Olympia, WA — The Washington State Department of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 17th annual Governor’s Smart Communities Awards, a program that recognizes outstanding work by local governments and their partners on community planning and development. (details)
First cap-and-invest auction raised $299 million for climate response.
OLYMPIA –
The Washington Department of Ecology confirmed that a total of $299,983,267 was raised through the sale of carbon allowances at the state’s first cap-and-invest auction, held on Feb. 28. (Details)
Fish and Wildlife Commission to hear updates on wolves and elk management during April 6-8 meeting in Anacortes (details)
DNR Planning Prescribed Burns on More than 2,100 Acres of State Trust Lands.
Full implementation of the burn prescriptions would reduce wildfire risk and restore forest health ahead of fire season.
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources announced Thursday that it plans to implement as many as seven prescribed burns on state trust lands this spring in central and eastern Washington. (details)
2) NEWS FROM OUR CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION:
Murray, Tester, Brown Announce Comprehensive Bill to Overhaul VA’s Electronic Health Record Modernization Program
Senate Veterans’ Affairs and Appropriations Committees leaders spearhead effort to restructure, enhance, and improve the new EHR program while increasing oversight on behalf of veterans, VA personnel, and taxpayers. (details)
At DHS Hearing, Senator Murray Discusses Importance of Investments to Keep Communities Safe and Strengthen Economy.( details)
Cantwell Calls For Surge of Federal Investment in Sustainable Aircraft Technology Poised to Make Flying Cleaner, Quieter, and Cheaper
“We should triple funding” for FAA’s CLEEN program, says Cantwell; “I have a lot of aerospace machinists in my state … they want to be on the cutting edge of technology” (details)
Cantwell Sends Letter to Defense Secretary Urging Prioritization of Reproductive Care for Service Members
Cantwell & colleagues write to DoD: “It is unacceptable that service members or their dependents should face limited or no access to abortion care simply because of where they are stationed” (details)
3) WORLD & NATIONAL NEWS:
WORLD:
Root Causes of Conflicts in Africa Must Be Addressed beyond Traditional Response, Special Adviser Tells Security Council Debate on Silencing Guns
Speakers Highlight Link between Durable Peace, Inclusive Development Policies
Highlighting the links between durable peace, inclusive development, security and stability in the African continent, speakers in the Security Council today emphasized the need for greater international cooperation and support for “African solutions to African problems”, during a debate on the impact of development policies in implementing the African Union’s “Silencing the Guns” initiative, one of the signature events of Mozambique’s presidency. (details)
Stressing Humanity Treating Planet Like Garbage Dump, Secretary-General Urges More Investment in Recycling, Reuse, at General Assembly Event on Zero-Waste Project. (details)
Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at the Closing Plenary of the Second Summit for Democracy in San José, Costa Rica. (details)
Secretary Antony J. Blinken Summit for Democracy Closing Remarks. (details)
DOD Official Says Training for Ukrainians Is Ongoing. (details)
NATIONAL:
Justice Department Announces Significant Milestone in Policing Reform Efforts for the City Of Seattle and Seattle Police Department
The Justice Department announced today that it has jointly filed a proposed agreement with the City of Seattle that recognizes the city’s consistent compliance with the core requirements of a 2012 consent decree regarding the Seattle Police Department (SPD). The agreement includes important obligations that the city must take to continue the reform process. (details)
Statement by Secretary Cardona in Response to Congressional Review Act on One-Time Student Debt Relief. (details)
Increased Use of Telehealth Services and Medications for Opioid Use Disorder During the COVID-19 Pandemic Associated with Reduced Risk for Fatal Overdose. (details)
HUD STARTS PROCESS TO STRENGTHEN STANDARDS FOR CONDITIONS IN HUD ASSISTED AND INSURED HOUSING
Public comment on proposed scoring methodology for inspections now open for the first time in 20+ years as part of system-wide overhaul. (details)
4) BUSINESS HEADLINES:
Former CFO of Russian Natural Gas Company Convicted of Making False Statements to the IRS, Failing to Disclose Offshore Accounts and Failing to File Tax Returns
A federal jury found a Florida man guilty of failing to file a Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR), making a false statement to the IRS, and willfully failing to file tax returns. (details)
US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR HOSTS DISCUSSION ON SAFETY AND HEALTH AGENCY’S NEW AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE VISA CERTIFICATIONS TO BETTER PROTECT WORKERS. (details)
FTC Approves Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s Anti-Doping and Medication Control Rule. (details)
Dirty Dozen: IRS urges tax pros and other businesses to beware of spearphishing; offers tips to avoid dangerous common scams. (details)
5) Focus story & Local meetings
Ecology invites comment on Skagit County comprehensive update and review of Shoreline Master Program.
Public comments will aid in decision to approve program or ask for changes
OLYMPIA –
The Washington Department of Ecology is seeking public input on a combined Shoreline Master Program update for Skagit County and the towns of Hamilton and Lyman.
The county and the towns formed a coalition in 2010 to combine their efforts to maximize efficiency and take advantage of their proximity and similar development issues.
These jurisdictions have worked together, with Skagit County taking the lead, to develop a shared shoreline plan that will be implemented consistently across all three jurisdictions, and all three have recently adopted drafts for Ecology to review, as required by state law.
The towns of Hamilton and Lyman are located along the Skagit River. The proposed amendments to the Skagit County shoreline plan would represent a significant overhaul of the existing plan, which hasn’t been comprehensively updated since the late 1970s. The new shoreline plan would regulate use and development along 598 miles of streams and rivers, 53 lakes and reservoirs, 228 miles of marine shoreline, and all wetland areas associated with these waterbodies.
“The proposed shoreline plan entirely replaces the existing Skagit County shoreline master program that was adopted in 1976,” said Chad Yunge, a senior shoreline planner with Ecology. “This includes new goals, policies, and regulations to encourage and manage appropriate shoreline uses, public access, and protection and restoration of both marine and freshwater shoreline resources.” (details)
LOCAL MEETINGS:
CLALLAM COUNTY MEETINGS:
Clallam County Commission work session for 4/3/23
https://www.clallamcountywa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04032023-762
Clallam County Commission meeting for 4/4/23
https://www.clallamcountywa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04042023-763
Housing Salutions Committee meeting for 4/7/23
https://www.clallamcountywa.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072023-761
City of Port Angeles Council meeting for 4/4/23
https://www.cityofpa.us/DocumentCenter/View/12923/CC-Agenda-packet-04042023
Special meeting of the Port of Port Angeles for 4/4/23
https://www.portofpa.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04042023-660
JEFFERSON COUNTY MEETINGS:
Jefferson County Commission meeting for 4/3/23
https://media.avcaptureall.cloud/meeting/78769da1-ef71-4525-b42a-61b80f8a58b9
PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 540 WATER STREET
April 3, 2023
https://cityofpt.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=3531
Weekly devotional
BIBLE VERSE: To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David.
The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, They have done abominable works, There is none who does good.
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THIS WEEK'S VIDEOS
The recent atrocious shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee, further reveals just how sick our nation truly is. And unfortunately, there are few honest conversations currently taking place about fixing it, because our corporate media is too busy blaming conservative news outlets like the Daily Wire. Tonight on Glenn TV, Glenn speaks with Daily Wire host Michael Knowles, who both addresses the blame and also explains how the Daily Wire plans to handle the accusations: "We’re safe here. I hope. We are upping that security now." Then, Glenn looks at the imminent changes facing the global financial system. A new economic order is coming, and the U.S. DOLLAR doesn’t seem to be in the plans. What will that new financial system look like for YOU? And is the federal government’s new payment portal, called FedNow, the beginning of a digital dollar or central bank digital currency? Glenn answers all these questions, and then he is joined by former Assistant Treasury Secretary Monica Crowley. She exposes the FedNow system for its hidden, ulterior motive: “It will be the END of your economic freedom.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2P4XgNejlk
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Truth of the World
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