The pace in Olympia accelerated this week, with lawmakers moving on both budget development and a slate of policy proposals impacting the health care landscape. Revenue discussions are gaining momentum, and several employer‑focused tax concepts are resurfacing in revised forms. At the same time, committees are advancing a mix of workforce, regulatory and operational measures that will have direct implications across our health system. Read more in our latest issue of Inside Olympia. (Chelene Whiteaker)