Mark Schoesler

The Senate today paused for a moment from considering bills to honor one of the state’s most beloved sports teams. The Senate adopted a resolution celebrating the 2025 Seattle Mariners’ historic season and Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh. The resolution, sponsored by 9th District Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, may be seen...

With the 2026 legislative session just four weeks away, Sen. Mark Schoesler has filed legislation that aims to make lubricants for vehicles and other machinery more affordable. Senate Bill 5856 would exempt emissions associated with lubricants from coverage under the state’s “cap-and-tax” policy, formally known as the Climate Commitment Act...

Two months after the state’s controversial release of the late Kevin Coe, the “South Hill Rapist” who terrorized Spokane before his arrest and conviction in the early 1980s, state Sen. Mark Schoesler has filed a bipartisan bill that would make it harder to release serial rapists. “Kevin Coe was one...

State Sen. Mark Schoesler, R-Ritzville, released this statement on the death of former 9th District Rep. Don Cox. “I’m very saddened to learn that Don passed away. Of all the legislators I ever had the pleasure of serving with, Don ranks as one of the nicest and kindest. “Don was...

State Sen. Mark Schoesler says he is outraged that the state might release Kevin Coe, the “South Hill Rapist” who terrorized Spokane before his arrest and conviction in the early 1980s. “Kevin Coe is one of the most dangerous and infamous criminals in our state’s history,” said Schoesler, R-Ritzville. “He...

RITZVILLE… More than 40 county, community and regional agricultural fairs will happen across Washington in August and September, and fairs mean exhibits – which has Sen. Mark Schoesler offering friendly and timely reminders to exhibitors and fairgoers alike. “We know the local fair is a place to find great food...