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The 2026 legislative session is now in the rearview mirror, and we are heading into an election year. That means I won’t be able to communicate using state resources for the...

Rep. Kevin Waters and his seatmates share important information from the 2026 legislative session with their constituents in the 17th District, including updates on the state income tax, the increased operating budget,...

The work of self-government is never easy, but it is always worth doing when it is done honestly, courageously, and for the benefit of all – not just the well-connected or...

One of the things I value most about serving you is the opportunity to work with people from all perspectives who care deeply about our communities and our shared future. Whether...

Legislation sponsored by Rep. Kevin Waters would give Washington counties new tools to reduce wildfire risk along major roadways while ensuring local governments are fairly compensated for their work managing federal...

As the 2026 Washington state legislative session begins, I’m honored to return to Olympia on your behalf. This year, our focus is listening, collaborating, and delivering practical solutions that strengthen families,...

Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, outlined his concerns with KXL’s Lars Larson (Portland) about Public Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove permanently locking up thousands of acres of timber on state trust lands from...

Rep. Kevin Waters, R-Stevenson, joins Robb Francis and John McKay on KONA Radio’s “The Bottom Line” (Tri-Cities, Washington) to discuss his concerns about the state’s Public Lands Commissioner permanently locking up...

I hope you’ve had an enjoyable summer in our beautiful state. The 2025 legislative session ended in late April, but I have been busy working on your behalf in the 17th...

When the newly elected Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove took office earlier this year, one of his first actions was to halt roughly two dozen pending timber sales as part...