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Ten years ago, the NRA was feared. But three major laws signed by Gov. Inslee show that Democrats are less reluctant to pass new restrictions.

After two years of unsuccessful negotiations, Washington may not have a law against drug possession starting in July.

From gun regulations to affordable housing and a new state dinosaur, these are the initiatives that passed — and some that were not so lucky.

Completed with less than 36 hours left in the 2023 session, the budget boosts funding for state worker wages, special education and climate issues.

Citizens can still own assault-style rifles — but they will not be able to buy or import most AR-type weapons after HB 1240 is signed.

Meanwhile, state lawmakers will defend their use of 'legislative privilege' to hide messages from the public in a case brought by the Washington Coalition of Open Government and others.

The House and Senate agreed that pursuit is allowable when there's reasonable suspicion a violent offense has occurred, or could.

The amended measure mandates a less-severe punishment than previous versions and drops a requirement for pre-arrest substance-abuse services.

House Bill 1110 is one of several proposals this year intended to ease an affordability crisis across Washington due to a statewide shortage.

Lawmakers are looking to invest revenue from the Climate Commitment Act in electric buses, ferries and more clean-energy projects around the state.