Washington state linking its carbon market to California and Quebec, Rep. Keith Goehner issues statement
The Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) announced Thursday it will pursue linking the state’s cap-and-trade program with the California-Quebec market in an effort to lower prices for carbon dioxide emissions allowances. Rep. Keith Goehner, R-Dryden, a member of the House Environment and Energy Committee, issued a statement following the...
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Washington state transportation system at a critical crossroad
If you traveled around Washington state this summer, you likely experienced some of the extensive road construction that was happening. While it was great to see the much-needed work on our roads, our transportation system is quickly approaching a critical crossroad. Washington state is not keeping up with road maintenance...
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Rep. Keith Goehner’s Legislative Update: Concerning crime report, long-term care tax in effect, visit to South Korea, and high fuel prices
The summer season seems to be going fast. I hope you have had the opportunity to enjoy some vacation time and be with loved ones. There are a number of things happening related to state government issues and I want to provide you an update. I also want to thank...
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2023 Legislative Report from Reps. Keith Goehner and Mike Steele
The end-of-session report from 12th District Reps. Keith Goehner and Mike Steele provides an overview of the 2023 legislative session.
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Goehner leads delegation to South Korea to discuss economic development, further international relations
12th District Rep. Keith Goehner recently led a delegation of legislators to South Korea to strengthen international relations and get a firsthand look at economic development occurring in the country. As part of his legislative duties, Goehner sits on the Legislative Committee on Economic Development and International Relations (LCEDIR). “With the global...
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Rep. Keith Goehner’s Legislative Update: End-of-session review, public safety, budgets, special session called
After 15 weeks of being in session, we adjourned on April 23, the scheduled end of the 105-day session. It has been an honor to serve you and be your voice at the state Capitol in Olympia the past few months. However, our work is not finished. The governor has...
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Goehner legislation to benefit local port districts signed into law
Legislation sponsored by 12th District Rep. Keith Goehner that will allow port districts, which have been functionally consolidated, to adopt a unified levy was signed into law by Gov. Inslee on Monday. House Bill 1663 will allow two or more port districts that operate under a mutual agreement to conduct...
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Reps. Keith Goehner and Mike Steele give a final session update to KPQ’s Jason Taylor. They talk budgets, police pursuits, and possible tax increases.
Rep. Keith Goehner, R-Dryden, and Rep. Mike Steele, R-Chelan, discuss the final operating, transportation and capital budget proposals. What a final vehicle pursuit law make look like and if there is a chance to get a legitimate Blake fix to get drugs off the streets. They also discuss potential tax increases...
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Reps. Keith Goehner and Mike Steele join Jeff Conwell on KOZI. The legislative update includes final budgets, vehicle pursuit, Blake decision and possible tax increases by the majority
Rep. Keith Goehner, R-Dryden, and Rep. Mike Steele, R-Chelan, discuss the final operating, transportation and capital budget proposals. What a final vehicle pursuit law make look like and if there is a chance to get a legitimate Blake fix to get drugs off the streets. They also discuss potential tax increases...
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