Committee is one of the most crucial, albeit easiest, hurdles to clear in Olympia. Because of the size of each individual committee, each bill has a much better chance at passing than in the House or Senate. This can set committee up to seem underwhelming or inconsequential, however, committee can have a highly impactful effect on whether your bill will be prioritized...

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Welcome to session! My name is Kayla, and I’m an Assistant Editor at The Capitol Chronicles. This is my second year in Youth and Government, and as such, I remember all too well what it feels like on the first day of your very first Youth Legislative session. Believe me, the rush of stepping off the bus and hitting the ground running is still fresh in my mind. 

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Spirits are high in Mill Creek. Thanks to the annual concessions fundraiser and generous community partners, the delegation has raised enough money to cut the cost of session in half for all 18 participants. It is no secret that January and February are busy months, yet students volunteered for eight Saturdays in-a-row, peddling snacks and refreshments to local Y members...

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