President Trump’s agenda: What to expect next
Highlights from the president’s first speech to a joint session of Congress PWC March 7, 2025 President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, making…
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St. Patrick’s Day spending expected to reach $7 billion
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, consumer enthusiasm remains strong. According to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey, 61% of consumers plan to celebrate the holiday, with spending expected to total…
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5 things to know about tariffs
These ‘taxes on imports’ could increase consumer prices and uncertainty in the supply chain Jonathan Gold , VP, Supply Chain & Customs Policy , March 5, 2025 Retailers strive to…
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Equal Pay and Opportunities Act: Proposed rule changes open for comment
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has filed a Proposed Rulemaking (CR-102) to implement changes to the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA). These updates align with…
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What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
After the fiscal cutoff, WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight key legislation that could have the most significant impact…
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Seattle Council Committee hears police update from new Chief
On February 25, the Seattle City Council’s Public Safety Committee heard a presentation from Interim Police Chief Shon Barnes. The Interim Chief opened with his vision for the Seattle Police…
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Floor action underway
Members of the Washington state House of Representatives are sworn into office by state Supreme Court Justice Steven González, on Jan. 13, 2025 in Olympia. (Laurel Demkovich/Washington State Standard) Committee…
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