Lawmakers to vote on $12 billion tax package that raises costs on retail
Lawmakers are preparing to vote on SB 5814, HB 2081, and SB 5786, as part of their $12 billion tax package over […]
WR advances Right to Appraisal proposal for collision repair members
Image credit: TVW WR successfully helped advance SB 5721, a long-awaited Right to Appraisal proposal, on behalf of its collision repair members, […]
Expanded military definition in unemployment rule now includes Space Force
The Employment Security Department has adopted a final rule amending WAC 192-150-110, which outlines eligibility for unemployment benefits due to mandatory military […]
WR urges caution on Paid Leave rate cap increase
The Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program was established through a landmark compromise among business, labor, and policymakers. Two core principles […]
Apparel retailers grapple with higher-than-expected tariffs
The tariffs announced April 2 are steeper and broader than expected and affect almost every apparel and footwear retailer. Nearly all manufacturing is abroad, mostly […]
House approves packaging recycling bill, rejects environmental crimes bill
Photo by Washington State Standard This week, the House Appropriations Committee approved SB 5284, which establishes extended producer responsibility for product packaging. […]
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell draws significant challenger for reelection
Katie Wilson, who is running for mayor, poses for a portrait in Seattle. (Karen Ducey / The Seattle Times) Katie Wilson, co-founder […]
Seattle Council Committee hears police update from new Chief
On February 25, the Seattle City Council’s Public Safety Committee heard a presentation from Interim Police Chief Shon Barnes. The Interim Chief […]
US Small Business Administration relocating Seattle Office and revising loan eligibility policies
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced plans to relocate its office in Seattle. This decision is part of a broader […]
5 things to know about tariffs
These ‘taxes on imports’ could increase consumer prices and uncertainty in the supply chain Jonathan Gold , VP, Supply Chain & Customs […]
Governor Bob Ferguson’s statement on the Governor’s Emergency Powers
Gov. Bob Ferguson speaks to reporters at the state Capitol on Feb. 27, 2025 about his plans to cut state spending by […]
Senate unanimously passes bill to improve safety in juvenile facilities
The Green Hill School in Chehalis. (Photo courtesy of Department of Children Youth and Families) The Washington State Senate has unanimously approved […]