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The IMPACT

TVW
Washington State
Climate Commitment Act
Initiative 2117
Wildfire Prevention
Washington State Attorney General
Pete Serrano
Nick Brown
Salmon Recovery Projects
K-12 Education
Consumer Protection Act
Washington Cares
Initiative 2124
Transportation Funding
Democratic Party
Minimum Wage
Special Education
Education Funding
Budget Deficit
Republican Party
Missing and Murdered Indigenous People

Hosted by Mike McClanahan, The Impact is TVW’s weekly news show, covering decisions at the State Capitol and how they impact you.

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Taxes, consumer protection, and policing - a recap of the big stories of 2026 as the legislative session comes to a close. The latest on a statewide overhaul of curbside recycling. Then a behind the scenes look at Teach with TVW programs to help stud... more

Bills to outlaw mask wearing police, create a new process for removing sheriffs, and restrict license plate scanning cameras are all under consideration this year. ACLU-WA’s Jazmyn Clark and Kent P.D. Chief Rafel Padilla join us to debate the propose... more

Proposed state budgets, potential state laws, and a landmark tax decision. A panel of state government reporters talk through the major threads and high profile questions for the final weeks of the Legislative Session.Panelists include: Mitchell Rola... more

Election laws and voter data are in the spotlight this year, with proposed initiative restrictions and a state-federal dispute over access to voter registration data. Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs weighs in on the bills and the federal li... more

From taxes to public defense funding and the federal phase out of the penny, House Finance Committee leaders from both sides of the aisle weigh in on hot topics for 2026. Guests: Democratic Chair April Berg and Ranking Republican Member Ed Orcutt.

From surveillance pricing to property tax breaks. Leaders of the House Technology, Economic Development, and Veterans Committee weigh in on a slate of bills dealing with artificial intelligence, consumer protection, and Washington’s tech economy.

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New limits on public defender caseloads are rolling out, but Washington is facing a chronic defender shortage. How will the lower caseloads impact recruitment and local government finances? What happens if there aren’t enough lawyers? Snohomish Count... more

The Impact -- from expanded collective bargaining to the costs of business regulation, we examine the labor and business flashpoints driving the 2026 session.Hear from April Sims, President of the Washington State Labor Council, and Morgan Irwin, Vic... more

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Recent Guests

Jazmyn Trudeau
Senator of Tacoma, sponsor of Senate Bill 6002
Washington State Senate
Episode: Legislation to Ban Law Enforcement Face Coverings from March 4, 2026
Jazmyn Clark
Director of the Smart Justice Policy Program at the ACLU of Washington
ACLU of Washington
Episode: Legislation to Ban Law Enforcement Face Coverings from March 4, 2026
Rafel Padilla
Kent Police Chief, president-elect for the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs
Kent Police Department / WASPIC
Episode: Legislation to Ban Law Enforcement Face Coverings from March 4, 2026
April Sims
President of the Washington State Labor Council, representing 600,000 workers across hundreds of different unions
Washington State Labor Council
Episode: The Impact — Bills Would Extend Collective Bargaining to Farm and Domestic Workers from January 21, 2026
Morgan Irwin
Vice President of Government Affairs for the Association of Washington Business and a former state lawmaker
Association of Washington Business
Episode: The Impact — Bills Would Extend Collective Bargaining to Farm and Domestic Workers from January 21, 2026
Luke Minor
Director of Post-Secondary Affordability for the Washington Student Achievement Council
Washington Student Achievement Council
Episode: Comparing College Savings Plans from December 10, 2025
Jesse Jones
New Director of Your Washington, former investigative journalist.
Your Washington
Episode: The Impact -- From the Newsroom to the State Capitol: Jesse Jones in New Role from December 3, 2025
Julia Smith
Oversees endangered species recovery at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Episode: Wolf Conflicts and Owl Removals from November 12, 2025
Alex Steely
Assistant Director of Geologic Hazards and Mapping at the Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Episode: Earthquakes from October 29, 2025

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Mike McClanahan
Host who engages listeners with interviews and discussions about state policies and decisions that impact residents.

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The Impact - Election Policy Debates and Voter Data Dispute from February 18, 2026
Q: How do you respond to critics regarding transparency in voter registration?
Public information can be provided, but sensitive data should not be shared as it violates privacy laws.
The Impact - Election Policy Debates and Voter Data Dispute from February 18, 2026
Q: What safeguards are in place for the initiative process?
Once an initiative is submitted, we check a percentage of signatures for validity before certification.
The Impact - Election Policy Debates and Voter Data Dispute from February 18, 2026
Q: What is your stance on the proposed changes to the initiative process?
I believe these proposals suppress the people's voice and create unnecessary barriers to direct democracy.
The Impact - Election Policy Debates and Voter Data Dispute from February 18, 2026
Q: What can you tell me about the status of the initiative proposals?
The initiative proposals aim to restrict the gathering of signatures and require more accountability in the process.
House Finance Committee Leadership from February 11, 2026
Q: Can you summarize your opposition to the proposed tax?
The income tax is volatile and could exacerbate overspending issues in the legislature.

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This podcast provides in-depth discussions on the legislative processes and important decisions shaping the community in Washington State. It covers a wide range of topics focusing on governmental policies, including labor rights, education funding, environmental issues, and public safety. Conversations with notable guests, such as lawmakers, educators, and labor representatives, offer insights into the implications of these policies for everyday citizens, making it particularly relevant for advocates, activists, and those interested in civic engagement. The unique aspect of the content lies in its emphasis on the intersection of local governance and its real-world impact on various sectors, fostering a clearer understanding of how legislat... more

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1. Jazmyn Trudeau
2. Jazmyn Clark
3. Rafel Padilla
4. April Sims
5. Morgan Irwin
6. Luke Minor
7. Jesse Jones
8. Julia Smith

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