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Washington debates unemployment aid for striking workers

Washington state legislators are currently reviewing House Bill 5777, a proposal that could extend unemployment benefits to workers involved in strikes, particularly […]

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Comprehensive organic food management proposal offers retailers flexibility and uncertainty

  After a six-month intense Organic Food Management stakeholder process with oversight from Representative Beth Doglio, the workgroup spent the last two […]

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Hearing held for A.I. Taskforce legislation

  In the ever-evolving realm of artificial intelligence (A.I.), WR has been closely following and participating in discussions on each of the […]

WR.CommsJanuary 11, 20241 min read
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Governor Inslee will push for climate action and state progress in final year

As Washington Governor Jay Inslee enters his final year in office, he sis far from slowing down. In his 11th State of […]

WR.CommsJanuary 11, 20241 min read
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Bipartisan $1.59 trillion spending deal averts government shutdown

  Congressional leaders have reached a bipartisan agreement on the federal government’s spending —a move aimed at averting a potential partial government […]

WR.CommsJanuary 11, 20241 min read
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The Washington State legislature convenes for intense 60-day session

  As Washington State’s legislative session is underway, legislators began a challenging and condensed 60-day period on Monday. With hundreds of bills […]

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New statewide poll shows diverse perspectives on state priorities

The latest Crosscut/Elway Poll shows varying – and, at times, contradictory – views on state government policies and priorities. It also reveals […]

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New OSHA injury reporting rules in effect

  This year brings new rules for reporting on 2023 injury records to the Federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). Businesses […]

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Legislature hears bills on packaging and bottle recycling

Tuesday, the House Committee on the Environment heard two bills dealing with packaging extended producer responsibility and beverage container recycling. House Bill 2049— […]

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Shipt pauses operations in Seattle amid regulatory challenges

  The recent announcement by Shipt to pause its same-day delivery service in Seattle highlights the growing challenges for gig economy platforms […]

WR.CommsJanuary 4, 20241 min read
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Legislature unpacks six ballot initiatives in 2024

  Let’s Go Washington has turned in over 2.6 million signatures for all six landmark initiatives. The campaign has marked a notable […]

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