NRF Unveils 2025 Top 100 Retailers List
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has released its 2025 list of the Top 100 Retailers, compiled by Kantar and ranked by 2024 […]
Happy Fourth of July
As we celebrate the Fourth of July, WR honors the freedoms and ideals that define our nation. Independence Day is a time […]
Senators Dhingra and Holy awarded as Champions of Public Safety
Pictured left to right: WR’s Mark Johnson, Senator Jeff Holy (R-6th), Senator Manka Dhingra (D-45th), and WR President & CEO, Renée Sunde. […]
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 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 […]
Walgreens government affairs leader Jake Mayson joins WR Board of Directors
The Washington Retail Association (WR) is proud to welcome Jake Mayson, Government Affairs representative for Walgreen Co., to its Board of Directors. […]
Washington Retail Association Board retreat: Building momentum for the future of retail
Set against the backdrop of the lush forests and historic architecture of The Lodge at St. Edward in Bothell, the Washington Retail […]
Seattle approves new vehicle tracking tech for police pursuits
The StarChase device used by Massachusetts State Police has multiple components: the projectile tracker, left, control panel, center, and the key fob, […]
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 […]
Report raises red flags over Washington’s business climate
A recent report by the Washington Policy Center (WPC) highlights rising concerns about Washington State’s business and tax climate. The nonprofit think […]
The Home Depot expands pro reach with $4.3 billion acquisition
The Home Depot is expanding its focus on professional contractors with a $4.3 billion agreement for its SRS Distribution subsidiary to acquire […]
Capital gains tax increase spurs debate on business impact
Washington State’s capital gains tax has increased to 9.9% for gains exceeding $1 million, following the passage of SB 5813. The updated […]