As lawmakers in Olympia push towards a state transportation budget, officials in Snoqualmie are preparing to make a second push to fix what they call an overlooked, but important issue.
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The state Senate approved a bipartisan transportation plan, co-sponsored by Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, on Monday with a 27-22 vote.
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Senate unveils $15 billion transportation package
A group of four state senators who serve on the Transportation Committee, including Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, unveiled a $15 billion transportation revenue package proposal Feb. 12. The package consists of more than $8 billion in new project funding including $3.2 billion for projects affecting residents in Covington and Maple Valley. The senators are proposing an 11.7 cent gas tax increase over the next three years as the primary funding source.
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Martin Sortun Elementary School Recognized for STEM Programs
"The robotics program at Martin Sortun Elementary provides young students with hands on experience and makes learning STEM skills fun," said Sen. Joe Fain (R-Auburn), who represents Kent and serves on the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education Committee. "This grant will allow teachers and their community partners to help more South King County students."
