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 […]
WR releases its 2025 Consumer Affordability Scorecard
Washington Retail (WR) has released the 2025 Consumer Affordability Scorecard, tracking how lawmakers voted on key issues impacting retailers and the customers we […]
2025 Law Review: A comprehensive tool for members only
Washington Retail (WR) has published and distributed its 2025 Legislative Law Review to all dues-paying members. This in-depth, 49-page report provides a […]
Seattle Councilmember announces her resignation
Image: Seattle City Council Blog For the second time in less than two years, a Council seat will open following a resignation. […]
Done deal: Nordstrom is officially a private company
The deal with Mexican retailer El Puerto de Liverpool is worth $6.25 billion Published in Seattle Magazine By Rob Smith May 20, 2025 […]
The power of small retail businesses in Washington
Small retail businesses are the heart of Washington’s economy and the soul of our communities. As we celebrate Small Business Month this […]
Governor Ferguson reflects on 2025 legislative session
Governor Bob Ferguson commended legislators and his team for their work during the 2025 session, which addressed a $16 billion budget shortfall. […]
Governor Ferguson signs Public Safety Law
WR CEO, Renée Sunde, and WR Senior VP of Policy and Government Affairs with Governor Ferguson at the signing of HB 2015. […]
Legislative “trash talk” leads to passage of litter control bill
Before adjournment, lawmakers passed HB 1293 to amend existing laws regarding litter control and the use of plastic bags in Washington state. […]
2025 Western States ORC Conference set for Seaside, Oregon
The 6th annual Western States Organized Retail Crime (ORC) Conference will take place September 10–12, 2025, bringing together professionals from retail, law […]