National coalition of retail associations rally behind HR 7024 for economic growth and tax reform
In a unified act, 35 state retail associations have joined forces with 255 state and national organizations, representing a broad spectrum of […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
Washington Recycling and Packaging (WRAP) Act (HB 2049)/(SB 6005) Objective: Defines ‘producer’ to put manufacturers at the top of the responsibility […]
A collaborative approach to substance abuse policies
Effective January 1, 2024, employers are prohibited from discriminating against cannabis use off the job for job applicants. Employers can still […]
Initiative to amend police pursuit laws sparks debate
In Washington State, the debate over police pursuit policies has intensified with Initiative 2113, a proposal to amend the state’s restrictive […]
Senate hears bill to provide grants for retail-related credentials
Senator Boehnke’s proposal of SB 5958, will establish a grant program for low-income students pursuing retail-related micro-credentials. A 2023 report on […]
WR supports catalytic converter theft solutions
Mark Johnson, Sr. VP of Policy and Government Affairs weighed in on House Bill 2153, addressing catalytic converter thefts, prime sponsored […]
The Future of Retail: A deep dive into the OfferUp® Recommerce Report 2023
The 2023 OfferUp® Recommerce Report unveils a significant shift in the retail landscape, with a growing emphasis on recommerce, extending beyond […]
National movement grows to tackle Organized Retail Crime
A nationwide push to combat organized retail crime (ORC) is gaining momentum in the United States, with Governors Kathy Hochul of […]
Positive finish to holiday season as consumer spending rises in December
The U.S. Census Bureau’s data for 2023 shows a notable increase in core retail sales during the holiday season, reaching a […]
Adding “Protected class” to Equal Pay Act needs clarity and effective date delay
The Legislature is considering two companion bills HB 1905/SB 5894 by including the definition of “protected classes” to the Equal Pay […]
WR opposes gift card legislation
Crystal Leatherman, Local and State Government Affairs has led the charge in strong opposition to the suite of bills Senator Trudeau […]
Seattle’s new – “mandating minimum pay for delivery drivers law” takes effect
About 45 days after the City finalized its rules for the App-Based Worker Minimum Payment Ordinance, the new law took effect, […]