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    Articles by Jerry Cornfield
    Gov. Jay Inslee joined other governors at the Climate Registry & Climate Action Reserve press conference in Glasgow, Scotland, to talk about climate achievements and goals. From left, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown, Hawaii Gov. David Ige, Gov. Jay Inslee and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker. (Photo courtesy of Gov. Jay Inslee)
    Inslee: State agency vehicles must be all-electric by...
    By Jerry Cornfield • November 17, 2021 2:30 pm

    Gov. Jay Inslee has signed an executive order aimed at transitioning state government to an all-electric fleet of vehicles by…

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    The Washington State Redistricting Commission held a public meeting over Zoom on Monday night to draw the final legislative and congressional district boundaries. Most of the five-hour session was spent in "caucus meetings" which were unavailable to the viewing public. (Washington State Redistricting Commission)
    Bipartisan commission fails to draw new political boundaries
    By Jerry Cornfield • November 17, 2021 2:30 pm

    For the first time in state history, the Supreme Court will define new congressional and legislative districts.

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    Sen. Steve Hobbs. File photo
    Sen. Steve Hobbs named secretary of state
    By Jerry Cornfield • November 10, 2021 12:43 pm

    Gov. Jay Inslee appointed the Snohomish County Democrat to succeed departing Republican Kim Wyman.

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    Geographic dispersion of Washington State Patrol commissioned personnel who lost their jobs Oct. 18. (Washington State Patrol)
    Rather than get vaccine, nearly 1,900 state workers...
    By Jerry Cornfield • October 20, 2021 2:50 pm

    Exactly how many people will be out of work for ignoring Gov. Jay Inslee’s vaccine mandate isn’t known yet.

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    Vaccinations taking place. File photo
    Inslee: No ‘massive disruptions’ as worker vax rates...
    By Jerry Cornfield • October 13, 2021 11:23 am

    A surge in vaccinations has eased concern about service slowdowns ahead of a Monday deadline.

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    Gov. Jay Inslee talks about schools reopening during a past news conference. (Screenshot courtesy of TVW)
    Masks required at big outdoor events; vaccine mandates...
    By Jerry Cornfield • September 9, 2021 3:55 pm

    Governor’s mask order takes effect Sept. 13.

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    People hold up signs in protest of Gov. Jay Inslee’s latest proclamations during a Rally for Medical Freedom on Aug. 25 in Buckley. Photo by Alex Bruell/Sound Publishing
    State workers get incentive to comply with vaccine...
    By Jerry Cornfield • September 7, 2021 4:03 pm

    An agreement between the state and their union also provides for some leeway in meeting the deadline.

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    Providence employees look at anti-vaccine mandate protesters as they cross the street outside of Providence Regional Medical Center Everett on Aug. 18, 2021. Olivia Vanni/Sound Publishing
    Governor reinstates indoor mask rule, whether you’re vaxed...
    By Jerry Cornfield • August 18, 2021 2:33 pm

    Inslee also ordered employees of public schools, colleges and child care centers to get vaccinated.

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    State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal. (Sound Publishing file photo)
    State schools chief urges a vaccine mandate for...
    By Jerry Cornfield • August 12, 2021 3:10 pm

    The superintendent of public instruction says the governor should require vaccinations for school employees.

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    Ferries pass during a crossing from the Mukilteo Ferry Terminal and the Clinton Terminal on Monday, April 26, 2021 in Mukilteo, Washington.  (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
    State ferry fares to rise this fall, and...
    By Jerry Cornfield • August 11, 2021 12:15 pm

    The 2.5% hike in each of the next two years will apply to everyone: drivers, bikers and walkers.

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    Gov. Jay Inslee (center) speaks about getting vaccinated during his visit to the Auburn vaccine clinic on June 22, 2021. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood/Sound Publishing
    Governor will require state employees to get COVID...
    By Jerry Cornfield • August 9, 2021 2:10 pm

    Workers must do so by mid-October to keep their jobs. The order also covers long-term care providers.

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    The Monroe Correctional Complex on Friday, June 4, 2021 in Monroe, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
    With fewer inmates, state prepares to close prison...
    By Jerry Cornfield • July 14, 2021 1:30 am

    In Monroe, two minimum security units will shut down soon, followed by the Washington State Reformatory.

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    Federal Way residents Kevin Jochim, left, and Steve Reichel enjoy drinks on the new patio area at JP’s Tavern on Aug. 5, 2020. Restaurants and bars embraced outdoor seating during the pandemic. File photo
    Governor lifts restrictions, but health officials warn the...
    By Jerry Cornfield • June 30, 2021 10:57 am

    As of June 30, bar-goers are able to stand shoulder-to-shoulder and diners can sit at restaurant tables that have long…

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    Snoqualmie Casino unveiled the first immersive Seahawks-branded table game experience Sept. 18, 2020, in a ribbon cutting dedication with Snoqualmie Tribe Council members and Snoqualmie Casino executives. Courtesy photo
    Gambling Commission OKs pacts with tribes for sports...
    By Jerry Cornfield • June 14, 2021 6:20 pm

    Agreements with 15 tribes await approval by the governor and the feds.

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    Courtesy of the Washington State Department of Health
    Inslee sets June 30 target for Washington to...
    By Jerry Cornfield • May 13, 2021 3:40 pm

    Meanwhile, fully vaccinated people can stop wearing masks in most places, the federal CDC said.

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    Matt Marshall, leader of the Washington Three Percenters gun rights group, addresses a crowd rallying for Second Amendment rights Jan. 17, 2020, at the state Capitol in Olympia. File photo
    Open-carry of weapons now illegal at state Capitol,...
    By Jerry Cornfield • May 13, 2021 10:30 am

    A new law bars people from carrying guns within 250 feet of a permitted demonstration.

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    Governor Jay Inslee. Sound Publishing file photo
    New laws will tax the rich, offer aid...
    By Jerry Cornfield • May 5, 2021 12:15 pm

    Inslee signs bill creating capital gains tax; foes are challenging it in court as unconstitutional.

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    Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
    Top 10 issues in Washington state’s 2021 legislative...
    By Jerry Cornfield • April 28, 2021 7:05 pm

    Democrats used their majorities to muscle through social, economic, environmental and tax policies.

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    Gas pump (Wikimedia Commons)
    Democrats weigh marriage of cap-and-trade with gas tax...
    By Jerry Cornfield • April 23, 2021 4:10 pm

    As wrangling over climate change policy continues, a major transportation package is pronounced dead.

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    File Photo
    High court ruling spurs effort to retool state’s...
    By Jerry Cornfield • April 12, 2021 10:40 am

    Meanwhile, the Blake decision has gotten people out jail, charges dismissed and possibly clemency for some.

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