TVW -- Washington Public Affairs Network

TVW -- Washington Public Affairs Network TVW is your lens on Washington state government. TVW Supports

TVW covers ALL House and Senate committee hearings and floor debates at the State Capitol.
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TVW Mission

Founded on the belief that the public has a right to know, TVW is a multi-platform media conduit focused on the business of Washington state government. TVW maintains a repository of digital archives, providing access to current and historical digital resources anytime, anywhere, and on any device. TVW provides unfiltered, unbiased, gavel-to-gavel coverage of Washington state governme

nt, along with complementary programming, to promote a healthy and robust public discourse, increase civic access and engagement, and foster an informed citizenry. TVW covers ALL WA State Supreme Court oral arguments, both inside and outside Olympia. TVW offers comprehensive coverage of state elections – the nine statewide elected offices, key legislative races, and ballot measures. TVW provides unedited coverage of state agencies, boards and commissions – examples include the Transportation Commission and Fish & Wildlife Commission. Besides covering the State Capitol, TVW travels throughout the state to cover hearings and public policy events in Seattle, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Bellingham, Vancouver, and many other locations. TVW is available statewide on cable TV, and livestreams most of its coverage on tvw.org. TVW provides free civics education programs and materials using technology to offer this programming statewide. TVW Goals

Open Government: TVW believes government belongs to the people of Washington, who deserve complete access to the workings of their representatives. Non-partisan coverage: TVW seeks to tell authentic stories, stay meticulously nonpartisan and let viewers make their own decisions about the issues. Civics Education: TVW works to educate Washingtonians of all ages about their state government and invite them to engage and participate.

08/20/2026

A major expansion is taking shape in Olympia as TVW advances plans to expand its presence along Capitol Way South. Currently in engineering and building permit review, the TVW Expansion will add new space for parking, offices, events, and civic engagement while building on the organization’s existing facilities.

Owned by TVW -- Washington Public Affairs Network, designed by KMB Architects, and developed by Rants Group, the project at 1058 Capitol Way S will add approximately 84,000 square feet adjacent to the existing TVW building. The expansion will feature two levels of parking garage, one level of office space, and one level of event space. The project will also support the Ralph Munro Center for Civic Engagement, a public gathering space featuring multiple meeting venues and interactive learning spaces where Washingtonians of all ages can learn how all three branches of government work—and how they work together—to build and support our democracy.

Interested in learning more about this project and other developments shaping our region? Join us at the Thurston EDC Real Estate Forum.

📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 South Puget Sound Community College – Lacey Campus Event Center

The Real Estate Forum brings together developers, investors, brokers, planners, business leaders, and community partners to explore the projects, investments, and trends driving economic growth throughout Thurston County and the surrounding region.

08/20/2026

The Department of Children Youth and Families Oversight Board convenes for a hybrid meeting in Olympia.
Agenda:
Welcome, Roll Call, & Approval of Meeting Minutes
Washington State Office of the Family and Children’s Ombuds (OFCO) Report on Child Fatalities & Near Fatalities (with Q&A)
Q&A: DCYF Q1 and Q2 2026 Critical Incidents Data
Child Welfare Safe Reduction Dashboard: “Grow the Green”
Introduction: Board Co-chair Selection Process
Public Comment
Closing Remarks and Adjourn

08/19/2026

The Employment Security Department Media Availability hosts a virtual meeting to discuss state labor market information based on the July 2026 monthly employment report.

08/18/2026

The Public Records Exemptions Accountability (Sunshine) Committee convenes for a hybrid meeting.
Agenda:
Call to Order
New Business
Public Comment
Committee Business
Adjourn

08/13/2026

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission Wildlife Committee convenes for a meeting.
Agenda topics:
WAC 220-610-110: Endangered, Threatened, & Sensitive Species Classification
Modifying WAC 220-440-080 and 220-440-020: The Killing of Wolves Attacking Domestic
Animals
Future Meeting Planning & General discussion

08/13/2026

The Washington State Productivity Board hosts a "Coffee Klatch" interview with Secretary of State Steve Hobbs.

08/12/2026

The Tort Study Committee convenes for a regular meeting.
Agenda:
Welcome, approval of minutes
Subcommittee reports/discussion
Break
Develop recommendations
Next steps
Adjourn

08/12/2026

PREMIERING TODAY!!!

The issue of states' rights has been a longtime cause of Republicans. But many Democrats are now speaking out against what they call federal overreach over policies they say are under the authority of the states.

We’ll explore what is an enduring tension in the history of the country - the rights of the states versus the power of the federal government on Washington to Washington.

Click here to see the full episode:
https://youtube.pulse.ly/7zghtxafak

08/11/2026

The Washington Student Achievement Council convenes for a meeting.
Agenda:
Call to Order and Introduction
Executive Director Update
Chair Report
Recognition of Michael Meotti
2027 Legislative and Budget Proposals
Public Comment
Adjourn

08/10/2026

Governor Bob Ferguson holds a press conference in Spokane to provide updates on the state's response to wildfires and look ahead to actions the state will take, including executive actions and continued coordination with the federal government. The governor is joined by Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Statewide Elected Officials, and Executive Cabinet agency leaders.

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