In their march toward a state income tax, legislative Democrats tacked on a curious clause on the 85th and final page of their bill that declares it “necessary for the support of the state government and its existing public institutions.” The practical effect of this provision prohibits citizens from bringing...

State Sen. Drew MacEwen issued a scathing response today following the Senate majority’s passage of Senate Bill 6346. The legislation would establish a new state income tax, a move MacEwen argues is both unconstitutional and a betrayal of the working people of Washington. “Washington is watching the majority embark on...

Senator Drew MacEwen strongly opposes Washington’s proposed income tax, citing repeated voter rejection and constitutional precedent. He argues the bill offers no real tax relief, calling it deceptive and warning it will eventually burden all residents while failing to address spending issues. Click here to watch now.

Majority Democrats in Washington on Tuesday rolled out the much-anticipated income tax bill. Senate Bill 6346, with Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen, D-Seattle, as the prime sponsor, is being called by supporters the ‘millionaire’s tax’ as it’s a 9.9% tax on income over one million dollars. Opponents say while it...

Lawmakers in Washington’s 35th District are warning that a proposed state fee hike could bankrupt local shellfish farms and wreck the coastal economy. The state Department of Health (DOH) is looking at raising fees by as much as 500%—a move that would force at least 1 in 10 small farms...

Sen. Drew MacEwen, R-Shelton, and Rep. Michelle Caldier, R-Gig Harbor, have proposed constitutional amendments in the Senate and House of Representatives aimed at providing property-tax payers with relief and certainty. The identical proposals provide a viable alternative to historic property-tax increases being advocated by Democratic majorities in both chambers as...

Public safety was one of our biggest priorities in this short session. Your 35th District lawmakers are thrilled we were able to move the needle on this by passing the initiative to the Legislature to restore the ability of law enforcement to pursue criminals. Our 35th District sheriffs have told...

State Senator Drew MacEwen provides an update on six initiatives to the Legislature that he’d like to see lawmakers adopt but are likely headed to voters in November. #waleg WATCH THE VIDEO LISTEN TO THE AUDIO