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Because this is an election year, certain ethics restrictions will take effect on Monday, so this will be my final email update until after the November general election is certified. While...

May 3, 2026

In this six-page legislative report, 31st District Rep. Drew Stokesbary recaps the 2025-26 legislative biennium, including his work to stand up for working families, oppose policies that make Washington less affordable,...

May 2, 2026

In a sine die interview with TVW’s Mike McClanahan, House Republican Leader Drew Stokesbary delivered a blunt assessment of the 2026 legislative session and the direction Democrats are taking Washington. Stokesbary...

March 12, 2026

The 2026 legislative session is underway, and Washington is at an inflection point. In my opening-day floor speech, I said plainly that this session will determine whether our state chooses prosperity...

Jan. 26, 2026

House Republican Leader Drew Stokesbary joined TVW’s Mike McClanahan on opening day of the 2026 legislative session with a blunt assessment: Washington is in decline because of decisions made in Olympia,...

Jan. 13, 2026

The leaders of all four caucuses in the Washington State Legislature released the following statement regarding the assassination and attempted assassinations of Minnesota elected officials: “Our deepest sympathies go out to...

June 16, 2025

At this week’s media availability, Republican leaders from the House and Senate pushed back against Democrat-backed tax hikes that would raise costs on gas, property, and everyday essentials while burdening working...

March 25, 2025

UPDATE (3/25): Governor Ferguson has canceled Timothy Pauley’s parole. Rep. Stokesbary issued the following statement in response to the governor’s decision: “We are grateful for Governor Ferguson’s decisive action today in...

March 24, 2025

Washington’s latest revenue forecast, unveiled yesterday, brought concerning news as the Economic and Revenue Forecast Council reported a worsening fiscal outlook for the state. Compared to the last revenue forecast, general...

March 19, 2025

House Republican Leader Drew Stokesbary recently spoke with KIRO Radio’s Charlie Harger about many of the legislative challenges this session, including the massive budget deficit created by the Democrats. Despite being...

March 7, 2025