Reps. Condotta, Steele say new taxes unnecessary thanks to growth in revenue

February 16, 2018

Rep. Cary Condotta, R-Wenatchee, expresses dismay over continued efforts in Olympia to create new taxes despite the state’s steady revenue growth. He also discusses the status of his tourism bill. Rep. Mike Steele, R-Chelan, tells KOZI the latest revenue forecast will help alleviate pressures in budget negotiations and makes the case for no new taxes. He also previews other issues before the 2018 Legislature, including the McCleary decision, mental health system funding, and carbon reduction efforts.