The bill should have died in committee, because it is so contrary to Washington state values. Instead, it cleared the Senate on a vote of 30 to 18. All the South Sound senators voted in favor, including Sens. Randi Becker, Karen Fraser, and Tim Sheldon.
Date: Mar 21, 2013
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Wash. Senate approves penalties for early retirees
Democratic Sen. Karen Fraser opposed the measure, saying it makes it harder for people to retire. She said the state wants to encourage younger teachers, but the latest plan will keep older workers on the job longer - even if they are burned out.