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The IMPACT

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Washington State
Climate Commitment Act
Initiative 2117
Wildfire Prevention
Washington State Attorney General
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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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Exploring popular majors and enrollment trends across Washington’s public universities. Featuring an interview featuring Ruben Flores, head of the state’s Council of Presidents, which represents the state’s six public four-year universities and colle... more

How expensive is living in Washington? A new study suggests prices have risen faster in the Evergreen State in recent years than anywhere else in the country.Interviews include Washington Roundtable president Rachel Smith and CEO Marc Casale of the K... more

Lawmakers adjourned without creating a new funding stream for public defense, while a state supreme court mandate is expected to dramatically increase the cost. Thurston County's public defense director joins the executive director of the Washington ... more

Advances in artificial intelligence are fueling a new wave of sophisticated scams targeting consumers. Two top state financial watchdogs, Ali Higgs and Faith Anderson from the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions, explain how the sta... more

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

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Rachel Smith
Washington Roundtable President
Washington Roundtable
Episode: How Expensive is Washington from April 1, 2026
Marc Casale
CEO
Kinetic West
Episode: How Expensive is Washington from April 1, 2026
Derek Young
Executive Director, Washington State Association of Counties
Washington State Association of Counties
Episode: Public Defense Funding from March 25, 2026
Patrick O'Connor
Thurston County Public Defense Director
Thurston County Public Defense
Episode: Public Defense Funding from March 25, 2026
Ali Higgs
Director of Consumer Services for the Department of Financial Institutions
Department of Financial Institutions (Washington)
Episode: Tech Scams from March 18, 2026
Faith Anderson
Acting Director of the Division of Securities
Division of Securities (Washington)
Episode: Tech Scams from March 18, 2026
Corey Paulson
Head of civics education and development for Teach with TVW
Teach with TVW
Episode: The Big Stories of the 2026 Session from March 10, 2027
David Laws
Interchange CEO
Interchange
Episode: The Big Stories of the 2026 Session from March 10, 2027
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

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How Expensive is Washington from April 1, 2026
Q: Could you briefly explain the big takeaways from this study?
The study shows Washington is now the fifth most expensive state, and that all 12 metropolitan areas are within the top 25% most expensive in the nation, signaling broad affordability pressures beyond Seattle.
Tech Scams from March 18, 2026
Q: How do these impersonation or high-pressure scams typically unfold?
They come via texts, emails, calls, and social engineering; key tactic is high-pressure urgency to push people to act before thinking, with examples like jury-duty and arrest threats to trigger fear and quick payment.
Tech Scams from March 18, 2026
Q: What sorts of fraud scams are really a problem?
Crypto-related investment scams are rising, driven by social media ads, fake platforms, and scams where accounts are locked or fees are demanded to withdraw profits; scammers operate worldwide and use sophisticated approaches to appear legitimate.
Tech Scams from March 18, 2026
Q: What are you seeing in terms of the vulnerabilities right now relating to these payment platforms?
Vulnerabilities are growing, with elderly victims particularly at risk; scammers have moved funds through crypto kiosks and other payment rails, and new schemes exploit social ads and WhatsApp groups to build trust before demanding more money.
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.

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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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