The IMPACT
TVW
Hosted by Mike McClanahan, The Impact is TVW’s weekly news show, covering decisions at the State Capitol and how they impact you.
Episodes
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May 27, 2021 • 26min
Governor's Vetoes from May 26, 2021
Democratic Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig & House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox discuss controversial vetoes, the next steps for a transportation funding package, the confusing broadband bill situation and a possible special session.
May 19, 2021 • 26min
Back to School & Sports Betting from May 19, 2021
Critical vote ahead for legal sports betting at tribal casinos. From masks to vaccines, what to expect from the fall school year and in-person learning. Guests include Washington State Gambling Commission Interim Director Tina Griffin and Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal.
May 13, 2021 • 26min
Transportation Funding from May 12, 2021
An overview of the "bare-bones" transportation budget that passed, the carbon bills linked to a bigger package, and the potential for a special session. Guests include House Transportation Committee Chair Jake Fey (D-Tacoma) & Ranking Republican Andrew Barkis (R-Olympia), and Senate Transportation Committee Chair Steve Hobbs (D-Lake Stevens) & Ranking Republican Curtis King (R-Yakima).
May 5, 2021 • 26min
2021 Legislative Session Recap with Press Panel from May 5, 2021
A press panel recap of the 2021 session - expanded programs, controversial tax, greener gasoline, new rules for police and more. Panel includes Jerry Cornfield, The Everett Herald and Sara Gentzler, McClatchy (The Olympian, Tacoma News Tribune, Bellingham Herald, Tri-City Herald).
Apr 28, 2021 • 26min
Capital Gains Tax and Environmental Legislation from April 28, 2021
Democrat and Republican legislators debate the impact of the capital gains tax and environmental legislation from 2021. Guests include Sen. June Robinson (D-Everett), Sen. Lynda Wilson (R-Vancouver), Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (D-West Seattle), & Rep. Tom Dent (R-Moses Lake).
Apr 21, 2021 • 26min
Employment Security Dept. Audit from April 21, 2021
The state auditor and the head of ESD weigh in on the audits into large scale unemployment fraud and delays for legitimate claims. Guests include Acting Commissioner Cami Feek, Employment Security Department, and Washington State Auditor Pat McCarthy.
Apr 15, 2021 • 26min
Child Care & Forest Fires from April 14, 2021
Cost? Availability? The situation facing parents seeking child care now; Budgeting for disaster- a paradigm shift in how we pay to fight forest fires. Guests include Deeann Burtch Puffert, CEO of Child Care Aware of Washington, and Hilary Franz, State Commissioner of Public Lands.
Apr 7, 2021 • 26min
Drug Possession Law Changes from April 7, 2021
A defense attorney and a former prosecutor debate the impact of the state drug law ruling. Guests include Larry Jefferson, President of the Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and Russell Brown, Executive Director of the Washington Association of Prosecuting Attorneys.
Mar 31, 2021 • 26min
2021-23 House Budget Proposal from March 31, 2021
A bipartisan panel of House budget leaders debate the proposed 2021-23 Operating Budget. Guests include Rep. Timm Ormsby (D -Spokane), Chair, House Appropriations Committee, and Rep. Drew Stokesbary (R-Auburn), Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee.
Mar 24, 2021 • 26min
Direct Sales of Electric Vehicles From March 24, 2021
Debating direct sales of electric vehicles, Q & A with an EV manufacturer and a dealership owner; lawmakers discuss zero-emission vehicle policies. Guests include Matthew Phillips, Car Pros Automotive Group, WSADA , Daniel Witt, Lucid Motors, Rep. Cindy Ryu (D-Shoreline) House Consumer Protection and Business Committee and Rep. Chis Corry (R-Yakima) House Consumer Protection and Business Committee.
