2025 legislative outcomes: Impacts on Washington retailers
The final day of legislative action was marked by the approval of more than $9 billion in new state and local taxes, […]
Honoring service and sacrifice: Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day
May is National Military Appreciation Month, a time dedicated to honoring the service, sacrifice, and strength of our military members, veterans, and […]
Addressing the rising threat of organized retail crime
Organized retail crime (ORC) is a growing national issue with wide-reaching impacts on retailers, employees, consumers, and entire communities. Unlike isolated shoplifting, […]
House advances Reconciliation Bill
Late Sunday night, the House Budget Committee advanced the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” setting the stage for the Rules Committee to meet […]
Target enhances checkout options to meet evolving shopper preferences
Target is refining its checkout experience by expanding both its Express Self-Checkout lanes and traditional staffed registers. Introduced in March 2024, the […]
WR Government Affairs team reflects, refines, and refocuses at 2025 session debrief retreat
The WR Government Affairs team recently held its 2025 Legislative Session Debrief Retreat, moderated by Jennie Foglia-Jones. Together, the team conducted a […]
Retail giants expand footprint through community and customer engagement
Lowe’s and Tractor Supply Company are both accelerating their expansion and community engagement efforts in 2025, each focusing on strengthening customer connections […]
Seattle’s 2025 election takes shape after candidate filing deadline
With the May 9 candidate filing deadline behind us, the 2025 election landscape for Seattle and King County is coming into focus. […]
Governor signs legislation expanding minor work hours and strengthening safety requirements
Source: Office of Governor Bob Ferguson In April, Governor Ferguson signed two new laws impacting youth employment in Washington State. HB 1121 […]
Tariffs put pressure on small retailers and consumers
Small businesses, comprising 98% of all retailers and supporting over 13 million jobs, are facing increasing challenges due to rising tariffs. These […]
Seattle City Council could make changes in ethics rules
Following the advice Wayne Barrett, Executive Director of the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission (“SEEC”), Councilmember Cathy Moore is considering proposing changes […]
State of freight: Trump tariffs put holiday retail season at risk
The escalating U.S.–China trade conflict is threatening to upend the most important shopping events of the year, from Amazon Prime Day and […]