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During floor debate, Rep. Stephanie Barnard, R-Pasco, expresses her concerns regarding Senate Bill 5982. While acknowledging the environmental goals of the Clean Energy Transformation Act (CETA), she argues that expanding its...

March 3, 2026

As Washington moves toward ambitious clean energy targets, electricity demand is rising faster than ever, driven by population growth, electrification, and energy-intensive industries such as data centers. Without careful planning, that...

Jan. 14, 2026

It’s always a privilege to serve you—and for me, it’s deeply personal. I love the 8th District. From family farms and orchards to small businesses, world-class energy innovators, and bustling classrooms,...

Sept. 16, 2025

New bipartisan legislation would require a comprehensive evaluation of the impacts on wildland firefighting before permitting new wind turbines. Nic Scott reports. Wash. House Republicans · 01-30-24 – RADIO REPORT: House...

Jan. 30, 2024

We've nearly completed the second week of the 2023 session. It's an honor to be in Olympia representing the people, values, and way of life of the 8th District.

Jan. 19, 2023