Shelton-Mason County Journal - Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886

As the Legislature prepares to begin the 2023 session, there are many issues before us. How those will impact Mason County, the 35th District, and our state will be top of mind as I approach each issue.

First and foremost, we begin the work on our biennium budget. The budget is our two-year spending plan for the state and is largely driven by policy decisions. I have had the honor to serve as one of the senior Republicans on the House Appropriations Committee for the past eight years.

In transitioning to the Senate, I made the decision to step away and instead serve on the Transportation...