Yakima Valley lawmakers are preparing for the new Washington legislative session that begins Monday in Olympia.
Returning lawmakers Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima, and Rep. Gina Mosbrucker, R-Goldendale, have submitted bills addressing energy and public safety, while newly elected Sen. Nikki Torres, R-Pasco, has signed onto a bill addressing police pursuit. Brand new Rep. Bryan Sandlin, R-Zillah, looks forward to his role working on the state’s budget.
Here’s what to know before the start of the session.
Several bills set in motion a plan for clean, sustainable energy launched by the Republican lawmaker and colleagues last year.
The legislation takes steps to expand access to hybrid and hydrogen-fueled vehicles.
Senate Bill 5091 would expand tax incentives for hydrogen fuel cells in Washington. Hydrogen fuel cells use hydrogen to generate electricity.