Washington strengthens community reinvestment with HB 2523
On March 23, 2026, Governor Bob Ferguson signed HB 2523 into law, advancing Washington’s community reinvestment program and reinforcing the state’s commitment to long-term […]
WR office space now available for lease
WR is offering first-level professional office space for lease, creating an opportunity for businesses seeking a well-located and collaborative environment. The space […]
WR advocacy delivers: Governor Ferguson signs HB 2274 into law
Governor Bob Ferguson has signed HB 2274 into law, marking a major win for Washington’s business community and an important step toward restoring balance and common […]
AI bills signed into law as Olympia’s focus on artificial intelligence grows
Artificial intelligence was one of the bigger emerging policy topics during the 2026 legislative session, with two AI-related bills passing the Legislature […]
WA Legislature sees change with key retirements
March 24, 2026 By Sophia Sostrin Seattle Times staff reporter OLYMPIA — Multiple high-profile departures will reshape the Washington state Legislature as several […]
WA has a jobs crisis. Why won’t our leaders say it?
Amazon buildings in South Lake Union in Seattle in January. Amazon, Expedia Group, Meta and Microsoft all reported layoffs, albeit a small fraction of […]
Join the opening of new food waste facility in Longview
WR members are invited to attend the grand opening of a new food waste processing facility in Longview on April 29, 2026, […]
Easter spending projected to reach record levels
Consumer spending for Easter is expected to reach a record $24.9 billion in 2026, according to new survey data from the National Retail Federation and Prosper […]
Washington updates cash transaction rules amid penny shortage
Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed HB 2334, supported by Washington Retail and sponsored by Rep. April Berg (D–Mill Creek), establishing clear rules for when businesses should round […]
Join the April 28 Tri-City Advocacy Roundtable to strengthen grassroots engagement
What just happened in Olympia, and what it means for your business. This session breaks down real-world impacts on costs, regulations, and workforce […]
Washington strengthens community reinvestment with HB 2523
On March 23, 2026, Governor Bob Ferguson signed HB 2523 into law, advancing Washington’s community reinvestment program and reinforcing the state’s commitment to long-term […]
Mayor pauses more surveillance cameras and pushes for more housing for the homeless
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson moved ahead on a couple of policies that impact retailers operating in the city. During the campaign, Mayor Wilson expressed concern about […]