The Evergreen Report

In this conversation, Jey Young discusses the recent political and social events in Seattle, focusing on the implications for religious freedom and the challenges faced by Christian communities. He reflects on the protests and counter-protests surrounding LGBTQ rights and religious expression, emphasizing the need for tolerance and understanding. Young draws parallels between historical instances...

In this episode, Jey Young provides a comprehensive breakdown of the Washington state budget for 2025-2027, focusing on the implications of ideologically driven spending, particularly in areas such as DEI initiatives, funding for undocumented residents, and the allocation of resources for veterans. The discussion highlights the disparities in funding across different demographic groups and calls f...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young delves into the intricacies of Washington's budget, focusing on the implications of new taxes and fees on everyday life. He breaks down the capital gains tax, its enforcement, and the potential for a state income tax. The discussion also covers the impact of increased fees on real estate, firearms, and state parks, as well as the effectiv...

In this episode, Jey Young discusses the implications of transportation and climate policies in Washington state, focusing on the financial burden these policies impose on households. He breaks down the Climate Commitment Act, its impact on gas prices, and how budget allocations may not serve the broader population outside urban centers. The conversation highlights the disconnect between climate i...

In this episode, Jey Young explores the complexities of Washington's social safety net, focusing on healthcare funding, welfare programs, and the implications of immigration on state resources. He discusses the challenges of providing adequate support for residents while addressing the needs of undocumented immigrants, the rising costs of behavioral health services, and the debate surrounding...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young delves into the complexities of Washington state's education budget, highlighting the significant tax implications and the allocation of funds. The discussion covers the challenges of rising education costs, the impact of local levies, and the need for community engagement in holding officials accountable for budget decisions. Young empha...

In this episode of the Evergreen Local Tri-Cities Edition, host Jey Young discusses pressing issues affecting the Tri-Cities, including the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, significant budget cuts in the Richland School District, and the alarming rise in gun violence impacting children. The conversation also covers the contamination of drinking water in Kennewick, recent incidents of child exploitation...

In this episode, Jey Young discusses the recent tax changes in Washington State, focusing on various House Bills that introduce new taxes and fees affecting businesses, consumers, and the overall economy. The conversation highlights the implications of these tax policies, including the expansion of business taxes, the introduction of new gas taxes, and the establishment of a beverage container ref...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses significant legislative changes in Washington State, focusing on unemployment benefits for strikers, various tax reforms, and the implications of emergency clauses in new laws. The conversation also covers public health policies regarding vaccines, regulatory rollbacks, environmental initiatives, gun control legislation, and the clo...

Today, we discuss critical issues surrounding rent control and property tax legislation in the state of Washington. I'll dive into House Bill 1217, which proposes rent caps, and Senate Bill 5798, which seeks to expand property tax growth. The conversation highlights the implications of emergency clauses in legislation, particularly how they limit voter input and challenge processes. I want to...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, Jey Young delves into the controversial House Bill 1296 and Senate Bill 5181, discussing their implications for parental rights, school policies, and the expanded authority of the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). Young emphasizes the importance of understanding the fine print of these bills, the legislative tactics used to pass them, a...

This episode of Evergreen Local Tri-Cities covers a range of pressing issues affecting the community, including the disruption of court proceedings due to inappropriate online behavior, the financial struggles of the Finley School District leading to a proposed four-day school week, a significant sex trafficking arrest, cuts to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a tragic DUI i...

In this episode of The Evergreen report, host Jay Young discusses various legislative bills in Washington state, focusing on their implications for public policy, social justice, and community welfare. Key topics include the Dignity in Pregnancy Loss Act, sentencing reforms for rape-related pregnancies, support for children exposed to violence, and new taxes aimed at funding domestic violence and...

First and foremost, the opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the individual and NOT representative of the ENTIRE Kennewick School District Board as a whole. Please be mindful that these are individual opinions protected by the First Amendment: Freedom of Speech. Yes, even Public servants can and do have personal opinions. In this episode, Jey Young interviews Gabe Galbraith, the presiden...

In this episode of Evergreen Local Tri-Cities Edition, host Jey Young discusses a range of pressing local issues, including significant health cuts affecting public services, an animal neglect investigation, and the financial crisis facing the Finley School District. The conversation also covers the challenges in the housing market due to tariffs, a controversial complaint regarding transgender at...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses the increasing taxes and fees in Washington State, focusing on new bills that impact gas taxes, vehicle registration, outdoor recreation fees, and more. He highlights the implications for residents, particularly veterans and outdoor enthusiasts, and critiques the government's approach to taxation and budget management. The conve...

In this episode of Evergreen Local Tri-Cities Edition, host Jey Young covers a range of topics affecting the Tri-Cities community, including the return of baseball season, a new bill aimed at reclassifying manufactured homes to improve housing affordability, and a controversial federal complaint filed by the local school board regarding transgender athletes in sports. The discussion also delves in...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses recent legislative developments in Washington state, focusing on the implications of rent control, taxation bills, and new school oversight processes. The conversation highlights the impact of these policies on homeowners, businesses, and parental rights, emphasizing the need for accountability and transparency in government actions...

In this episode of the Evergreen Local Tri-Cities Edition, host Jey Young covers a range of important local news stories, including the potential closure of the Hanford Resource Center, a measles outbreak, rising irrigation fees in Pasco, and the struggles of local food banks amid federal funding cuts. The episode also discusses changes in education funding, highlights a local hero from the Tri-Ci...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses various legislative issues affecting Washington state, including controversial House Bills that impact parental rights, education funding, taxation, gun control, public safety, homelessness, digital rights, and race-based home ownership programs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community engagement and awareness regard...

In this episode of the Evergreen Local Tri-Cities Edition, host Jey Young covers a range of local news stories, including a controversial incident involving a substitute teacher, legal challenges surrounding drug-related deaths, and the success of the Mid-Columbia Science Fair. The episode also highlights community developments, including new business expansions and public safety concerns, while c...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses various legislative bills affecting Washington State, including House Bill 1296, which impacts parental rights, public safety funding, and law enforcement. The conversation covers critical issues such as sexual assault in schools, child support law updates, and the expansion of peer support services. Young emphasizes the importance...

This episode of the Evergreen Local Tri-Cities Edition covers a range of important local news topics, including a new housing development aimed at addressing affordability, public safety concerns following an armed robbery, and the record low unemployment rate reflecting economic growth. The conversation also delves into infrastructure improvements, the impact of drowsy driving, and serious contro...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses two significant bills in Washington state that could redefine parental rights and medical access: Senate Bill 8204, which addresses abortion and gender-affirming care, and Senate Bill 5181, which rolls back parental rights regarding medical services in schools. Young expresses strong opposition to both bills, emphasizing the importa...

In this episode of the Evergreen Report, host Jey Young discusses significant legislative changes in Washington state, focusing on parental rights and medical access. He delves into Senate Bill 8204, which proposes constitutional rights for abortion and gender-affirming care, and Senate Bill 5181, which rolls back parental notification for non-emergency medical services. The conversation also cove...