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Senate unveils $15 billion transportation package

Senate unveils $15 billion transportation package

A group of four state senators who serve on the Transportation Committee, including Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, unveiled a $15 billion transportation revenue package proposal Feb. 12. The package consists of more than $8 billion in new project funding including $3.2 billion for projects affecting residents in Covington and Maple Valley. The senators are proposing an 11.7 cent gas tax increase over the next three years as the primary funding source.

Top open government award going to Sen. Fain

Top open government award going to Sen. Fain

State Sen. Joe Fain of Auburn will be honored Monday [Jan. 26] with the highest legislative award the Washington Coalition for Open Government can bestow. The award celebrates your right to know what government is doing or thinking of doing.