AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoImmigration and Tech: Washington Democrats Pramila Jayapal and Suzan DelBene condemned the Trump administration’s suspension of Microsoft and other firms from the PERM green-card program, warning it could disrupt workers’ residency plans and hurt innovation. Tax Fight: At a Bellevue forum, lawmakers and advocates clashed with opponents over Washington’s new millionaire income tax, which voters will decide whether to repeal this fall. Wildfire Recovery: Gov. Bob Ferguson selected 99 Opportunity Zones to encourage investment and sought another $13.2 million in federal aid for fire-damaged public infrastructure. Election 2026: Eastern Washington’s congressional race is drawing national attention, while Spokane County prosecutor hopefuls debated their approaches to criminal justice. Five of nine state Supreme Court seats are also on the November ballot. Energy and Transit: Four proposed Northwest Pipeline expansions could increase natural-gas capacity in Washington; meanwhile, Sound Transit’s panel advanced property acquisitions for the West Seattle light-rail extension. AI Policy: Sen. Patty Murray urged federal safeguards for artificial intelligence, saying voluntary industry promises are not enough.
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