Walmart teams up with Microsoft to revolutionize shopping with AI
Walmart made its CES 2024 debut, partnering with Microsoft to unveil AI-powered shopping experiences. Walmart’s CEO, Doug McMillon, revealed their plan […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
Washington Recycling and Packaging WRAP Act HB 2049 Focus: Defines ‘producer’ to place manufacturers at the top of the responsibility chart […]
WR joins the 2024 Coastal Caucus send-off
WR was invited to attend the 2024 Coastal Caucus Legislative Send-Off , hosted by the Greater Grays Harbor Chamber of Commerce. […]
Washington debates unemployment aid for striking workers
Washington state legislators are currently reviewing House Bill 5777, a proposal that could extend unemployment benefits to workers involved in strikes, particularly […]
Comprehensive organic food management proposal offers retailers flexibility and uncertainty
After a six-month intense Organic Food Management stakeholder process with oversight from Representative Beth Doglio, the workgroup spent the last two […]
Hearing held for A.I. Taskforce legislation
In the ever-evolving realm of artificial intelligence (A.I.), WR has been closely following and participating in discussions on each of the […]
Governor Inslee will push for climate action and state progress in final year
As Washington Governor Jay Inslee enters his final year in office, he sis far from slowing down. In his 11th State of […]
Bipartisan $1.59 trillion spending deal averts government shutdown
Congressional leaders have reached a bipartisan agreement on the federal government’s spending —a move aimed at averting a potential partial government […]
The Washington State legislature convenes for intense 60-day session
As Washington State’s legislative session is underway, legislators began a challenging and condensed 60-day period on Monday. With hundreds of bills […]
New statewide poll shows diverse perspectives on state priorities
The latest Crosscut/Elway Poll shows varying – and, at times, contradictory – views on state government policies and priorities. It also reveals […]
New OSHA injury reporting rules in effect
This year brings new rules for reporting on 2023 injury records to the Federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). Businesses […]