AWB Leadership Urges President Bush to “Stay the Course” on Rebuilding the Economy
On Friday, AWB Chair Heidi Stanley, President Don Brunell, and incoming Secretary-Treasurer Creigh H. Agnew met with President Bush in Seattle. AWB’s leaders spent 45 minutes with the President and U.S. Representatives Doc Hastings, George Nethercutt and Jennifer Dunn discussing ways to stimulate our state’s economy and create jobs. Contact Don Brunell at (360) 943-1600 or DonB@awb.org. For more information visit www.awb.org.

 

Chandler Joins President Bush in Pasco for Ice Harbor Speech
Prior to his stop in Seattle, President Bush visited Ice Harbor Dam (near Pasco), pointed to salmon recovery successes, and stressed his support for hydro power and opposition to dam breaching. AWB Vice President Gary Chandler attended the speech. Contact Gary Chandler at (360) 943-1600 or GaryC@awb.org.

 

Brunell Meets with SBA Advocate Tom Sullivan—Stressed Need to Make Small Business Viable
Last week, Don Brunell also met with Tom Sullivan, head of the national advocacy office for the Small Business Administration. He presented Sullivan and Region 10 advocate Norm Proctor a list of issues sent by AWB’s small business members. Those issues are being addressed. Contact Don Brunell at (360) 943-1600 or DonB@awb.org.

 

AWB Will Appeal Final Stormwater Ruling - Pledge Your Financial Support Now!!
The Pollution Control Hearings Board’s final ruling in the appeal of the Industrial Stormwater General Permit is costly, unmanageable and will potentially lead to liability for permittees. AWB now has enough funds to file the appeal. Additional funds are needed. Contact AWB's Grant Nelson at (360) 943-1600 or GrantN@awb.org.

 

Ergo Initiative 841 Goes Online – Visit www.yes841.com and Help Support the Campaign!
I-841, which will end our state’s ergonomics rules, is now online. Go to www.yes841.com and contribute. AWB.Net web services developed and is maintaining the site. Contact AWB’s Amber Carter at (360) 943-1600 or amberc@awb.org.

 

AWB Praises FCC Stay of New “Do Not Fax” Rule – Good News for Business!
AWB applauds the Federal Communications Commission’s decision to reconsider its new “Do Not Fax” rules, which would have restricted unsolicited faxes, starting today. Many businesses and associations rely on faxes to maintain customer relations and offer discounts and other promotions. Contact Don Brunell at (360) 943-1600 or DonB@awb.org.

 

September is Almost Here – Don’t Miss the 2003 Policy Summit!
AWB’s 2003 Policy Summit (Sept 24-26) at the Inn at Semi-ah-moo is only a month away. Contact AWB’s Kandice Jackson at (360) 943-1600 or KandiceJ@awb.org. Reserve rooms today at (800) 770-7992 or www.infoawb.org/mofcart/2003policysummitorder.html.

 

Class Action Lawsuit Reform--- Contact Murray and Cantwell—Action Expected in Sept.
AWB and several of its members are asking Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell to support class action lawsuit reform. Tell them to vote for S. 274. Let us know what they’re telling you. Contact Don Brunell at DonB@awb.org.  E-mail Murray at Senator_murray@murray.senate.gov, Cantwell at Senator_cantwell@cantwell.senate.gov.
 

Ever Heard of the BRAC?
Last week, AWB President Don Brunell met with the adjutant general to learn more about the Pentagon’s Base Realignment & Closure (BRAC) study. AWB is working to keep Washington’s bases open. Each year, the military spends $8 billion in our state. Contact Don Brunell at (360) 943-1600 or DonB@awb.org.

 

Want to Know What the Democrat Candidates for Governor Told the Unions?
Democrat gubernatorial candidates have met with union leaders at the Washington State Labor Council Convention. Read all about it here.  Give us your reaction.

 

AWB Candidate Endorsement Process Underway—Contact Kristen Sawin
AWB’s 2003 candidate endorsement process is here. AWB’s Kristen Sawin is coordinating the process in southwest Washington’s 19th Legislative District. Appointed incumbent Mark Doumit, a Democrat, faces Pat Hamilton, a Republican. Contact Kristen Sawin at (360) 943-1600 or KristenS@awb.org.

 

Voting Record Issue of Washington Business Magazine Due in Early September
Look for the next issue of Washington Business Magazine in early September. It has the 2003 legislative voting record. It is good information to review with your legislators.