Paul Harris

Rep. Paul Harris will continue to serve in his leadership position in the Washington State House Republican Caucus in 2021. In a virtual vote Harris, R-Vancouver, was re-elected by his colleagues today, to be the Caucus Chair. “I’m grateful to my fellow Republican Caucus members for supporting me in this...

I hope this letter finds you healthy and well. I know these are trying times and that so many of you are hurting from the effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. I also know words can only do so much under these difficult circumstances. My heart goes out to all...

Rep. Paul Harris discusses the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, including valuable testing information and helpful resources, and highlights important details of the supplemental operating budget in this recap of the 2020 legislative session.

Charter schools in Washington scored a victory yesterday, as Gov. Jay Inslee signed into law Rep. Paul Harris’ bill that will enhance administration capabilities at state charter schools. House Bill 2853 will promote the efficient administration of the Washington State Charter School Commission, by allowing the commission to hire an...

Rep. Paul Harris welcomed Wyatt Johnson of Vancouver last week as a legislative page in the Washington State House of Representatives. “Wyatt did a great job,” said Harris, R-Vancouver. “I really enjoyed having him here. He was a hard worker throughout the entire week. I hope he enjoyed the experience...

This short 60-day 2020 legislative session is officially in the books. A lot happened during the last two months as lawmakers pushed through hundreds of bills to the governor’s desk. Before I get into all of the updates, I want to say thank you one more time for your input...

Rep. Paul Harris’ bill that would enhance administration capabilities at Washington state charter schools has moved one step closer to becoming law, after the Washington State Senate overwhelmingly passed the bill on a vote of 46-2, Thursday. “This is a great victory for charter schools in our state,” said Harris,...

It’s hard to believe, but we’re just about done with this short 60-day legislative session. Lawmakers in both the House and Senate have been working tirelessly in our committees, this week, to hear bills from the opposite house of origin. How those hearings go will decide the fate of many...

Rep. Paul Harris’ bill that would enhance administration capabilities at Washington state charter schools overwhelmingly passed the House today on a vote of 89-9. “This bill would make a big difference for charter schools in Washington,” said Harris, R-Vancouver. “Everyone is different and charter schools provide an excellent opportunity for...