The IMPACT

A look at legislation that would create a bottle deposit system in Washington with perspectives from both sides of the debate.

House transportation leaders weigh in on 2024 budget priorities, speed cameras, and more. Guests: House Transportation Committee Chair, Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma) and Ranking Member, Rep. Andrew Barkis (R-Olympia).

From purchase terms and conditions to workplace safety and professional licensing, we take a look at the work of the House Consumer Protection and Business Committee. Guests: Committee Chair Amy Walen (D-Kirkland) and Ranking Republican Member Eric Robertson (R-Sumner).

Sen. Manka Dhingra (D-Redmond) and Sen. Mike Padden (R-Spokane Valley) discuss the debate on year-round standard time in Washington state. They explore the pros and cons of permanent daylight saving time, including sleep disruption and safety concerns. They also highlight the proposal for year-round standard time and the negative impact of time changes on circadian rhythm. Legislative session updates and toll rate increases are also discussed.

From police tactics to sentencing guidelines, an overview of justice system related bills up for debate in the 2024 Legislative Session followed by a panel discussion featuring Enoka Herat with the ACLU of Washington and Steve Strachan with the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs.

From unemployment benefits for striking workers to repealing the Long-Term Care Act, labor and business groups have conflicting agendas for the 2024 Legislative Session. We've got an overview of the workplace bills to watch this year. Guests include Association of Washington Business President Kris Johnson and Washington State Labor Council President April Sims.

An overview of issues likely to surface during the 2024 Legislative Session. Featuring analysis with Paul Queary, founder of the independent political newsletter, The Washington Observer.

State authorities have reportedly cleared the long-running backlog of untested sexual assault evidence kits. A look at the implications for survivors and suspects. Guest: Chris Loftis, Washington State Patrol.

From convenience and speed, to security and privacy, we explore the potential pros and cons of a requested rule change to allow biometric forms of ID that rely on fingerprints or other physical characteristics for alcohol and cannabis purchases. Guest: Justin Nordhorn, Director of Policy and External Affairs for the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.

Can beekeepers breathe easy or are humongous hornets here to stay? An update on the multi-year effort to eradicate the invasive Northern Giant Hornet in Washington. Then a look at how Washington's experience may help other states with a different invasive hornet. Guest: Sven Spichiger, Washington State Department of Agriculture.