(The Center Square) – The Washington Citizens’ Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials has recommended state lawmakers be given a 14% pay boost over the next two years. Commission members heard from several legislators during two days of hearings last week before finalizing recommendations that would also increase pay for statewide executive offices and judges. Legislators currently earn $61,997 for what is considered a part-time job. Under the proposed increase, that salary would climb to $66,411 in July 2025 and rise to $71,126 in July 2026. Lt. Governor Denny Heck told commission membe…