Thanks largely to the global recession, Washington state lost 40,000 jobs in 2008 and is expected to lose 40,000 more in 2009. Rep. Hans Dunshee will announce details of a bonds package on Monday at noon that he says will create up to 90,000 construction jobs in Washington state.
We'll post details here once they're available. Stay tuned.
House Democrats are working on issues that matter: creating good jobs and a competitive business climate, building strong schools, protecting the environment and making government more accountable and efficient.
Democracy works best when citizens are accurately informed and fully engaged. We hope this blog helps you learn more about what House Democrats are doing to build a better future for all of us who live, work, and do business in this state.