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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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11 JUN 2025 · As lawmakers in D.C. and Olympia grapple with ways to reduce public healthcare spending, Washington hospitals warn of higher fees, longer wait times, and potential closures.
4 JUN 2025 · State earthquake/volcano program manager weighs in on survey of vulnerable buildings and what to make of the new magma chamber discovery. Q&A with Brian Terbush, Emergency Management Division
28 MAY 2025 · Faced with eroding beaches, coastal communities are teaming up in an effort to hold back the sea. Guest: John Shaw, chair of the Grays Harbor Marine Resources Committee.
21 MAY 2025 · A discussion with Michael Meotti, Executive Director of the Washington Student Achievement Council, on the state of higher education in Washington.
14 MAY 2025 · A look at the 2025 fire season outlook with Lead Wildfire Meteorologist Matt Dehr of the Washington Department of Natural Resources.
7 MAY 2025 · An inside look at the NextCycle Washington program, a pitch contest to promote circular economy startups.
30 APR 2025 · Political strategists dissect the 2025 Legislative Session, tracing the power dynamics behind big policy shakeups and the ripple effects for state voters. Guests: Sandeep Kaushik of Sound View Strategies and Justin Matheson of Axiom Strategies.
23 APR 2025 · From farm to factory, an overview of food inspections in Washington. Q&A with Luisa Castro, Assistant Director of the Food Safety and Consumer Services Division at WSDA.
16 APR 2025 · A look at the debate over legislation to lift the 1 percent property tax cap and allow annual adjustments for population and inflation. Guests include Todd Myers, Vice President for Research at the Washington Policy Center and Paul Jewell, Government Relations Director for the Washington State Association of Counties.
9 APR 2025 · Panelists weigh in on the implications of the state's budget deficit and proposed tax increases for individuals and businesses in Washington. The panelists include Rachel Smith, President & CEO, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, and Molly Gallagher, Policy Lead, Statewide Poverty Action Network.
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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| Organization | TVW |
| Categories | Politics , Government , Education |
| Website | tvw.org |
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