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Bynum Introduces Refund Bill in Response to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling, With Potential Impacts for SW Washington Importers

Rep. Janelle Bynum has introduced legislation to refund tariffs paid by small businesses under Trump-era policies, a move that could bring financial relief to import-reliant firms in Southwest Washington.

Source: KOIN

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Feb 20, 2026

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Clark County Wins $120 Million in Federal Funding, Signaling Regional Shifts for Southwest Washington

Clark County will receive nearly $120 million in federal funding for infrastructure and housing projects—an investment with potential ripple effects for neighboring Cowlitz County and the broader Southwest Washington region.

Source: The Columbian

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Feb 20, 2026

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Cowlitz County Braces for Potential Impacts as Citizenship Question Surfaces in 2026 Census Field Test

Congressional concerns over a citizenship question in the 2026 census test raise significant stakes for Cowlitz County, where federal funding and representation depend on a complete and accurate count.

Source: MyNorthwest

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Feb 19, 2026

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Proposed Federal Housing Rule Could Affect Mixed‑Status Families in Cowlitz County

A new HUD proposal to restrict rental assistance to citizens and eligible noncitizens could affect mixed‑status families in Cowlitz County, potentially increasing housing instability amid already strained local resources.

Source: MyNorthwest

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Feb 19, 2026

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Texas Case of Infant Deportation Raises Questions About Federal Custody Practices

A Texas lawmaker says a 2‑month‑old with bronchitis was deported with his family, while DHS officials maintain the infant was medically cleared—raising broader questions about medical care and due‑process protections in federal custody.

Source: KGW

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Feb 19, 2026

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Sen. Cantwell Pushes Back on Federal Voting Restrictions During Vancouver Visit

Sen. Maria Cantwell visited the Clark County Elections Office, warning that the federal SAVE America Act could disrupt Washington’s long‑standing mail‑in voting system and impose new burdens on local election offices.

Source: KOIN

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Feb 19, 2026

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Cantwell Warns SAVE Act Could Tighten Voting Access for Southwest Washington

Sen. Maria Cantwell warns that the SAVE Act could create new barriers for eligible voters in Southwest Washington, highlighting concerns about access ahead of upcoming elections.

Source: The Columbian

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Feb 18, 2026

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Trump Hosts Black History Month Reception Amid Ongoing Controversy

President Donald Trump hosted a Black History Month reception less than two weeks after drawing bipartisan backlash for posting a racist video, prompting renewed national debate with potential implications for local equity conversations in Cowlitz County.

Source: KGW

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Feb 18, 2026

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Daylight Saving Time Set to Begin March 8, 2026

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8, 2026, with clocks in Cowlitz County and across Washington set to jump forward one hour at 2 a.m.

Source: KGW

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Feb 18, 2026

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Statewide Data-Sharing Practices Raise Questions for Cowlitz County Drivers

UW researchers have identified continued federal access to Washington driver data through late 2025, raising oversight concerns for communities statewide, including Cowlitz County, which relies on the same law enforcement data systems.

Source: KGW

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Feb 18, 2026

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Bynum Introduces Refund Bill in Response to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling, With Potential Impacts for SW Washington Importers

Clark County Wins $120 Million in Federal Funding, Signaling Regional Shifts for Southwest Washington

Cowlitz County Braces for Potential Impacts as Citizenship Question Surfaces in 2026 Census Field Test

Proposed Federal Housing Rule Could Affect Mixed‑Status Families in Cowlitz County

Texas Case of Infant Deportation Raises Questions About Federal Custody Practices

Sen. Cantwell Pushes Back on Federal Voting Restrictions During Vancouver Visit

Cantwell Warns SAVE Act Could Tighten Voting Access for Southwest Washington

Trump Hosts Black History Month Reception Amid Ongoing Controversy

Daylight Saving Time Set to Begin March 8, 2026

Statewide Data-Sharing Practices Raise Questions for Cowlitz County Drivers

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