Seahawks championship celebration delivers major boost to downtown Seattle
The Seattle Seahawks returned home this week to celebrate their second Super Bowl title with a championship ceremony and parade that drew massive crowds […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight our weekly “hot list” key legislation that could […]
You’re invited: Legislative retail reception
You’re warmly invited to a special reception where you will have the opportunity to connect with your Washington State legislators. Join us […]
SB 5796 and HB 2274 are critical to protect Washington retailers from Commercial Electronic Mail Act abuse
Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act (CEMA), enacted in 1998, regulates commercial email sent from a computer located in Washington or to Washington residents. For decades, […]
WR joins NRF for its State Legislative Leadership Experience
WR had a strong presence at NRF’s Big Show this year. WR Director of Policy and Government Affairs, Crystal Leatherman, and Interim CEO, Alesha […]
Mayor Katie Wilson took the reins of Seattle City Government on January 1
As the New Year’s fireworks display began at the Space Needle, Seattle’s leadership changed hands. Mayor Katie Wilson, City Attorney Erika Evans, […]
Governor outlines priorities and bipartisanship in State of the State
Image: The Olympian Governor Bob Ferguson delivered his first State of the State address on January 13, saying Washington remains strong despite […]
Emerging product responsibility bills in 2026
The 2026 legislative session is only 60-days, but the Legislature still has the appetite to pass product responsibility bills. WR has been […]
What retailers are watching in the new year
As retailers look ahead to 2026, National Retail Federation experts point to a year shaped by evolving consumer behavior, rapid technology adoption, and continued policy and […]
Attorney General’s Office launches Workers’ Rights Unit & seeks broader investigative authority
In November, Attorney General Nick Brown announced the creation of a new Workers’ Rights Unit to expand enforcement of wage theft, discrimination, worker misclassification, […]
Seattle City Council selects new president
The Seattle City Council has unanimously elected Joy Hollingsworth as its new president, marking the first time a Black woman has held […]
Supplemental budget proposal highlights fiscal approach
Governor Bob Ferguson has released a proposed two-year balanced supplemental budget totaling about $79 billion. The plan represents a 1.5 percent increase over […]