Rep. Brian Burnett discusses the first week of the 2026 legislative session with Chris Hansen from KPQ Radio.

January 16, 2026

Rep. Brian Burnett, R-Chelan, talks about his what it’s like to begin his second year in the Washington State Legislature after serving 12 years as the Chelan County Sheriff. He emphasizes his belief that voters should have the final say in who serves them as their local sheriff. This is why he’s introduced the “Sheriffs Accountability to the Voters Act.” He also explains his opposition to Democrat efforts to ban face coverings for law enforcement.