The Senate on Friday night kicked off its vote-a-rama, a process that is likely to conclude with Republicans adopting the budget resolution that will serve as a blueprint for enacting President Trump’s domestic agenda. The lengthy string of amendment ...

The U.S. Senate on Friday was set to start a marathon session aimed at eventually handing Republican President Donald Trump sweeping legislation to extend tax cuts and achieve budget reductions in the face of staunch Democratic opposition.

House approval of a $15.2 billion plan, sets the stage for talks with the Senate, which passed a budget that is bigger by more than $1 billion. And what about the gas tax?

The House's budget bill is $3 billion less than last year's budget, and includes raises for state employees and $375 million for school transportation. It now goes to the Senate, where changes are likely.

The proposals include creating a state policy only recognize two sexes, requiring librarians to hide books on sexual orientation and gender identity from minors, and banning state agencies from flying LGBT pride or other politically themed flags.

Washington lawmakers say their "basic needs" capital spending proposals will give a boost to housing, education and environmental infrastructure and construction projects.

The Senate passes a state spending plan that includes $1.6 billion in new taxes and fees and $2 billion in cuts.

The Governor’s budget director, Blake Washington, promised Monday afternoon that Hochul “can’t compromise” on her discovery and involuntary commitment proposals signaling that she’s willing