Washington Retail Association announces staffing promotions
Washington Retail Association has announced two staffing promotions effective Sept. 14, reflecting expanded responsibilities in government affairs and member engagement. Crystal Leatherman, […]
Seattle’s Fair Pricing and Transparency legislation advances to full Council
Image: Ivy Ceballo / The Seattle Times, 2025 On Friday, September 11, the Seattle City Council’s Human Services, Labor, and Economic Development […]
Washington senators take up gift card fraud & tampering
On Tuesday, September 15, the Senate Law & Justice Committee held a work session on gift card fraud and tampering. Washington Retail […]
Washington Retail adds to 2026 endorsement list
The Retail Action Council Political Action Committee (RAC PAC) has announced new endorsements for the November general election. Endorsements are given to […]
Employer health costs expected to rise
Employer-sponsored health care costs are expected to increase as insurers and employers face rising medical expenses and greater use of health services, […]
Public safety funding reaches agencies as impact remains uncertain
A Washington state law designed to increase local law enforcement funding has begun directing money to agencies, but its impact on officer […]
Questions raised over data behind Seattle diversion program
Image: KIRO Newsradio A Seattle-created program that diverts people accused of low-level drug offenses away from jail and into community-based services is […]
Grocery loyalty programs explained
The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) has released a new explainer video on grocery loyalty programs and how they help shoppers save. The […]
New I-9 inspection notice requirements take effect October 1
Beginning October 1, 2026, all employers must notify employees within five business days of receiving a Notice of Inspection (NOI) of Form […]
Seattle Latino Chamber raises concerns over proposed pricing ordinance
The Seattle Latino Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce is raising concerns about a proposed Seattle ordinance that chamber leaders say could increase costs […]
Washington income tax revenue estimate rises
The Washington Department of Revenue has increased its estimate for revenue from the state’s new tax on high earners, projecting $3.1 billion […]
Washington’s new battery recycling program is coming
A new battery recycling program is coming to Washington. Created through SB 5144, the law is designed to make battery recycling easier […]