Paul Harris

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through this legislative session. We’ve officially passed the policy cut-off point, which means House floor activity is really going to pick up. A lot has happened since this session began and we have hundreds of bills to debate over the next several weeks....

A lot has happened during the first half of this 60-day session. The majority party has already signed off on more new taxes, the $30 car tab issue is still unsettled, and a low carbon fuel standard bill has passed to the Senate. Watch as Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, discusses...

In an effort to improve success at Washington state charter schools, Rep. Paul Harris has introduced a bill that would enhance administration capabilities at these schools. “We all learn differently,” said Harris, R-Vancouver, who testified during a public hearing in the House Committee on Education, on Thursday. “If we would’ve...

We’re now almost two weeks into the 2020 session, but there’s already a lot to talk about. But before I get into some of the details of the first two weeks, I want to pause and thank you for your sincere interest and concern for your neighborhoods and communities. I...

Rep. Paul Harris, is inviting citizens of the 17th District to come and be heard. Harris, R-Vancouver, will be hosting an interactive “open mic” event on Monday, Jan. 6 in Vancouver. Harris will be joining other state lawmakers in Olympia when the 2020 legislative begins Jan. 13. As he prepares,...

Winter is almost here and that means the 2020 legislative session is just around the corner. As with any session, the House of Representatives will be tackling numerous issues that are important to the people in the 17th District. Things in Olympia might seem a little quiet right now. But...

The 2020 legislative session will be upon us in no time. I wanted to touch base with you on a facility opening in our region for young adults and provide an update on the vaping ban. Caples Terrace project In August, I had the opportunity to attend the grand opening...

Rep. Paul Harris has received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award (NDAA) from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) for his work on tobacco control legislation. The NDAA is the most prestigious and highest national advocacy honor bestowed by the ACS CAN and is the mark of distinction and...

Reps. Vicki Kraft and Paul Harris, and Sen. Lynda Wilson, all R-Vancouver, are inviting citizens from throughout the 17th Legislative District to join them Saturday morning, June 1, in Vancouver for a town hall meeting. “We recently finished an intense 105-day legislative session in Olympia. Now that we’re back home, we’d like to...