Coalition urges action to prevent supply chain disruptions
As tariff pauses near expiration, national trade groups are sounding the alarm over potential supply chain disruptions reminiscent of those seen during […]
Seattle City leaders discuss public safety, economic recovery with business community
On June 10, WR, in partnership with Schwabe and the Washington Business Properties Association (WBPA), co-hosted a dynamic meet-and-greet event at the […]
Seattle approves new vehicle tracking tech for police pursuits
The StarChase device used by Massachusetts State Police has multiple components: the projectile tracker, left, control panel, center, and the key fob, […]
Walgreens government affairs leader Jake Mayson joins WR Board of Directors
The Washington Retail Association (WR) is proud to welcome Jake Mayson, Government Affairs representative for Walgreen Co., to its Board of Directors. […]
Retail Action Council Board approves first round endorsements
WR’s Retail Action Council Committee has approved its first round of endorsements for the 2025 state legislative special elections. Endorsements were based […]
Mark Johnson honored for 20 years of service
Pictured left to right: WR’s Mark Johnson, Past Board Chair, Alesha Shemwell, Kemper Development/The Bellevue Collection, and Board Chair, Opio Dupree, Macy’s. […]
Washington Retail Association Board retreat: Building momentum for the future of retail
Set against the backdrop of the lush forests and historic architecture of The Lodge at St. Edward in Bothell, the Washington Retail […]
Ecology proposes rule on PFAS use in consumer products
The Washington State Department of Ecology is proposing updates to Chapter 173-337 WAC, which would limit and require reporting on the use […]
Next steps for AG-led Organized Retail Crime Task Force
With the recent transition of RILA’s VCI King County Pilot project to a newly formed public/private partnership with the Washington State office […]
Mayor and Councilmember propose new tax restructuring and hikes
Mayor Bruce Harrell and Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck released a plan to shift some of the city’s business and occupancy (“B&O”) tax […]
WR joins coalition urging temporary pause on state and local AI regulations
WR has joined a national coalition in supporting a 10-year moratorium on state and local regulations specific to artificial intelligence (AI). The […]
Appointed lawmakers launch 2025 campaigns to retain legislative seats
WR’s Government Affairs team recently attended the campaign kickoff event for Representatives Osman Salahuddin (D-48) and Janice Zahn (D-41), both who are […]