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politics1 year ago

Deadly Storms and Floods Ravage West Coast Amid Power Outages

A recent bomb cyclone in Western Washington exposed significant shortcomings in Puget Sound Energy's (PSE) preparedness and the state's infrastructure, raising questions about Governor Jay Inslee's push for an all-electric future. Thousands of residents faced prolonged power outages, highlighting issues like inadequate tree trimming and understaffing at PSE. Critics argue that the state's focus on green energy goals has come at the expense of reliable infrastructure, leaving Washington ill-prepared for emergencies and casting doubt on the feasibility of a fully electrified future.

climate-and-environment2 years ago

Washington Governor Jay Inslee Bows Out of Fourth Term Race.

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee, a leading climate hawk, has announced that he will not seek a fourth term as governor after nearly 30 years in elected office. Inslee plans to focus on climate solutions and clean energy, and underscored the need for optimism and confidence in the development of clean energy. He praised President Biden's climate policy, particularly the Inflation Reduction Act, which includes $360 billion in clean energy investment. Inslee did not comment on the possibility of serving in the Biden administration, but expressed confidence in Biden's re-election.

politics2 years ago

Washington Governor Jay Inslee announces he will not run for fourth term.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced that he will not seek a fourth term next year, after serving as the state's governor since 2013. Inslee cited his achievements in passing climate policies, expanding legal protections for abortion care, and placing a moratorium on the state's death penalty. He also established a fund to promote clean-energy technology and signed a bill into law that sought to achieve 100 percent clean power in the state by 2045. Inslee's announcement is likely to set off a competitive race to replace him, with the Democratic Governors Association vowing to work to ensure a Democratic successor is elected in 2024.

politics2 years ago

Washington Governor Jay Inslee announces he will not seek fourth term.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced that he will not seek a fourth term in 2024, highlighting his record on issues such as climate change, childcare, criminal justice reform, and gun violence. Inslee, who ran in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary, did not give any indication of his plans once he leaves office. His decision creates an open gubernatorial race in a state that has been reliably Democratic in recent cycles. Potential successors on the Democratic side include Bob Ferguson, the state’s Democratic attorney general, and Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz.

politics2 years ago

Washington Governor Jay Inslee bows out of fourth term bid.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced that he will not seek a fourth term, opening up a competitive primary race. Two prominent Democrats, state Attorney General Bob Ferguson and Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz, are considering running. It is unclear how much interest the race will draw from Republicans. Inslee focused much of his tenure on fighting climate change and is currently the longest-tenured governor in the country.

politics2 years ago

Washington Governor Jay Inslee to Step Down After Third Term

Governor Jay Inslee of Washington State, a leading Democratic proponent of policies to slow climate change, announced that he will not seek a fourth term in office next year. Inslee, who ran for president in 2020 on a platform of reducing the country's reliance on fossil fuels, has been the nation's longest-serving current governor. He has been a vocal opponent of former President Donald Trump's policies and has filed lawsuits against his administration. Inslee's decision not to seek re-election has opened up the race for a new governor in a solidly Democratic state.

gun-law-in-the-united-states2 years ago

Washington State Governor Signs Controversial Assault Weapons Ban

Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed into law three gun reform bills, including an assault weapons ban, making Washington the 10th state to ban assault-style weapons such as the AR-15 and AK-47. The ban includes more than 50 gun models, and existing legal owners can retain their assault weapons. The other two bills mandate new gun owners to complete a training course on gun safety and clarify legal liabilities for gun manufacturers. Inslee cited the reduction of gun deaths in Washington state from 2018 to 2021 as evidence to move reforms forward.

politics2 years ago

Washington State Governor Signs Bill Banning Assault Weapons and AR-15s

Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill banning the manufacture, purchase, and import of assault-style weapons, making Washington the 10th state to do so. Inslee also signed two other gun safety bills, one mandating safety training and a waiting period before purchasing a firearm, and the other increasing industry accountability and access to justice for gun violence victims and survivors. The laws went into effect immediately after being signed, and a lawsuit challenging the assault weapons ban was filed by the Second Amendment Foundation.

politics2 years ago

Washington State Implements Gun Control Measures Despite Opposition.

Washington State Capitol was closed to the public as Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill banning the sale of AR-15s and over 50 other types of assault weapons, making it the 10th state to enact such a ban. The law applies to the sale, manufacture, and importation of 62 different gun models but does not affect weapons that people already own. The National Rifle Association is expected to challenge the law in court.

politics2 years ago

Washington Implements Strict Gun Control Measures, Including Assault Weapons Ban

Washington state has become the 10th state in the US to ban the sale of assault rifles, with Governor Jay Inslee signing a series of gun safety bills into law. The bills include a ban on the sale of at least 60 types of assault weapons, a 10-day waiting period and safety training requirement to purchase any firearm, and requiring members of the firearm industry to enforce reasonable controls on gun sales. The renewed push for gun reform comes in the wake of several deadly mass shootings in the past month. The White House issued a statement commending Inslee and state lawmakers for making every community in the state safer and more secure.

politics2 years ago

Washington Governor to Sign 'Assault Weapons' Ban for Saving Lives.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee is expected to sign a bill banning the sale, manufacture, and importation of semiautomatic rifles, also known as "assault weapons," with exceptions for law enforcement and the military. The ban will take effect immediately after Inslee signs it. The bill bans more than 60 specific firearms, most of them semiautomatic long guns such as AR-15s and AK-47s. The ban is part of a gun control package pushed by Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson this legislative session.

politics2 years ago

Washington State Legislature Passes Ban on Assault Weapon Sales

Washington state is set to become the 10th state to ban the sale of AR-15s and other guns classified as assault weapons. The state House passed the assault weapons sales ban 56-42 on Wednesday, sending it to Gov. Jay Inslee, who has already said he'll sign the bill into law. The bill defines assault weapons to include more than 50 named types of military-style firearms, plus others with features such as telescopic scopes or extra hand grips. The bill won't stop people from owning the weapons if they already have them.