Governor Bob Ferguson with WR staff and board members. The Washington Retail Association (WR) held its Winter Legislative Board of Directors meeting […]

A recent Washington State Food Security Survey reveals that grocery prices are taking a toll on households across the state. Conducted between […]

The Employment Security Department (ESD) has proposed a new rule requiring employers to notify the Department of any address changes within 30 […]

Image of two suspects stealing items from a store in footage shared by police on Feb. 4, 2025. Credit: Renton Police Department […]

Despite widespread opposition from retailers, small businesses, and industry groups, HB 1671 has advanced out of the House Technology, Economic Development, and […]

Last year, consumers once again demonstrated resilience, showing a willingness to spend despite economic challenges such as inflation and rising interest rates. […]

Friday, February 21, marks the first legislative cutoff, meaning all bills must be voted out of their original committees. To advance, a […]

The deadline for the 2025 annual report is fast approaching! Businesses with refrigeration or air conditioning systems containing 1,500 pounds or more […]

During the first month of Amazon’s mandate for workers to return to the office five days a week, a report by the […]

Washington state is grappling with a multi-billion dollar budget deficit after years of increased spending. Estimates on the exact shortfall vary widely, […]

The 2024 registration and reporting cycle for plastic producers in Washington State is now open. All producers of covered products must register […]

The Washington Legislature recently held a public hearing on HB 1517, which proposes a $2 tax on smart wireless devices over $250 […]