Legislative Update
Today marks the 10th day of the 105-day session, and WR is continuing to review bills closely. As of today, 1,320 bills […]
State of US business remains strong as economy weakens
Last week, Suzanne P. Clark, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, delivered the Chamber’s annual State of American Business […]
Washington Research Council says state should avoid tapping reserves while revenues are growing
By: WRC A potential recession is a major risk to the state revenue forecast, but Washington’s strong budget sustainability practices—including the budget […]
Hearings held for packaging and beverage container bills
Hearings were held on January 17 for Senate Bill 5154, prime sponsored by Senator Christine Rolfes (D-23), and its companion, House Bill […]
Equitable access to Return to Work bill heard in the House
HB 1137 had a public hearing in the House Labor and Workplace Standards Committee on Tuesday. This bill introduces a flexible option […]
Hollingsworth announces run in Seattle’s 3rd Council District as Lewis launches his reelection campaign in the 7th
Following retirement announcements from Councilmembers Lisa Herbold and Alex Pedersen—and rumors Council President Debora Juarez does not plan to run for reelection—candidates […]
Will the ‘Fair Tax’ be given consideration?
Some GOP lawmakers have demanded the “Fair Tax” as a condition for supporting McCarthy’s bid for speaker. The legislation has not been […]
2022 Holiday Sales Grew 5.3% to $936.3 Billion
Retail sales during 2022’s November-December holiday season grew 5.3% over 2021 to $936.3 billion, less than forecasted amid continuing inflation and high […]
Now that the INFORM act has passed, what’s next?
By Retail Industry Leaders Association The INFORM Consumers Act, a law that will insert transparency and accountability into online marketplace transactions, takes […]
Google Cloud introduces shelf inventory AI tool for retailers
Wall Street Journal By Isabelle Bousquette Google Cloud reported that it has developed a new artificial intelligence tool designed to help “big-box retailers” […]
Safety for all is everyone’s responsibility
Hazards happen no matter whose shift it is. Spills remain slippery until properly mopped up. All workers need to take ownership and […]
2023 Washington State Legislative Session Convenes
The 2023 Legislative Session began on Monday, January 9, the first in-person session since the pandemic hit. More accurately, the 2023 session […]