EAST WENATCHEE – As a kick-off to this year’s legislative session, Washington State Senator Brad Hawkins is hosting a Legislative Open House on Friday, Jan. 12 at noon at the Chelan PUD Service Center at 203 Olds Station Rd., Wenatchee, Wash. The event’s purpose is to connect with constituents and...

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The next Washington legislative session is a short one, just 60 days, but 12th District Senator Brad Hawkins said there’s a lot of work to be done in that time. Hawkins joined NCWLIFE last week, with some highlights of what to watch for as the state House and Senate get...

As college sports fans frustratingly watch their brackets, state Sen. Brad Hawkins took a moment of personal privilege (an official parliamentary procedure) on the Senate Floor to recognize a local tie to the ongoing March Madness. Hailey Van Lith from Cashmere returns to Washington tonight for the Sweet 16 playoffs...

  After successfully advancing through three Senate committees this session, Senate Bill 5001, sponsored by Sen. Brad Hawkins, has been approved unanimously by the Washington State Senate. “This bill would give us the option of forming a second Public Facilities District, which would provide our region a legal structure for both...

As the Legislature readies itself for multiple weeks of upcoming floor debate on hundreds of bills, Sen. Brad Hawkins is troubled by the mandates in Senate Bill 5462, which would require all school districts in the state to adopt an “inclusive” curriculum. “The big issue I have with this proposal...

Sen. Brad Hawkins is being recognized for his efforts to support Washington agriculture. Hawkins, who serves the 12th District, has been named a 2022 Champion of Agriculture by the Washington Farm Bureau. In its email informing Hawkins of the award, the Farm Bureau wrote, “You have shown through your support and...

Local leaders to explore how local governments could work together to construct and operate a modernized pool facility, including Olympic-sized outdoor pool, water slides and splash pad. Sen. Brad Hawkins will be kick-starting discussions among local leaders on Sept. 15 about joining forces to identify a new, long-term outdoor pool solution...

Sen. Brad Hawkins is being recognized for his efforts to help Washington small businesses. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) announced yesterday that the 12th District senator has earned the organization’s Guardian of Small Business award. “I’m honored to receive this award for my strong support of small businesses,” said...