Peter’s Blog
Restore Washington: Limiting the Governor’s Emergency Powers with Initiative-1114
Peter Abbarno, host of AM1470 KELA Radio's "Let's Talk About It" show and Representative-Elect in the 20th Legislative District, was joined by Kelsi Hamilton and Cary Condotta with Restore Washington. The mission of Restore Washington is to create a large well...
The Daily News Editorial: Legislators need to add relief to Governor’s restrictions.
Two Republican legislators from Olympia, one a veteran and one a newcomer, agree, noting the Democratic majority should listen to the calls for a special session because it offers a real prospect for bi-partisan relief. Without financial assistance, the restrictions...
“You” were focus of Washington House Republican Caucus Reorganization
“This was my first Caucus meeting as a newly elected member. The Caucus was unified, positive, and focused on solutions for ‘you’, the citizens of Washington,” said Peter Abbarno “We build stronger families, stronger communities, and a stronger Washington. Congratulations to the House Republican leadership team!”
Governor’s Unilateral Mandates Must Include Solutions and Special Session
On Sunday morning, Governor Jay Inslee issues a new set of Unilateral Stay Home Orders under 'authority' of the Emergency Powers granted to the governor under RCW 4.06. Previews of the new mandates released by the Governor's office include: NO indoor social gatherings...
Abbarno: No Property Tax Increases in Centralia
On Tuesday, November 10, Centralia City Councilmember and Representative-Elect Peter Abbarno made the motion to not increase the City of Centralia property tax levy by 1%. Abbarno has voted against every property tax levy increase since being elected to the City...
Abbarno Wins 20th Legislative District Seat!
My family is very thankful for all the community support. Counties certify elections on November 24th and the Secretary of State will certify the election on December 3rd. The legislative session begins on January 11th. In the meantime, I am continuing to communicate...
Election Day: Only 8 hours remaining!
More than 25% of voters in the 20th Legislative District have not voted! There are only 8 hours remaining to postmark and mail your ballot or return it to a drop box. Where to find a ballot drop box! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOg37iEwA2Q...
Endorsements
U.S. Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler State Senator John Braun State Representative Ed Orcutt State Representative Richard DeBolt State Representative Jim Walsh House Republican Leader JT Wilcox Washington Farm Bureau Association of Washington Business National...
Rent and Utility Assistance Available in Centralia!
The Centralia City Council allocated CARES Act money this year to organizations that have programs specifically designed to help families and businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19 and the Stay Home orders. Among the recipients, Gather Church received $75,000 for...
Statewide Voter Turnout is over 17%! What is it in your county?
More than 845,000 voters or 17.6% of Washingtonians have returned their ballots with almost two weeks remaining to election day! In Thurston County, 36% of voters were reported returning ballots, Lewis County has a 33% return rate, Clark is 16.7%, and Cowlitz has a...
Peter Abbarno interviewed on AM1470 KELA Radio
In case you missed my AM1470 KELA / KMNT Radio Candidate interview! We discuss budget deficits, proposed tax increases, and the need for open and transparent government. #20strong https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgXh5QUxgsI
Workers Still Waiting for ESD Benefits!
Hundreds of thousands of workers in Washington lost work and income as a result of the COVID and the Stay Home Orders. Although the federal government and State responded by passing crucial policies to expand unemployment benefits, the Governor and his Employment...