A King County Superior Court judge has overturned I-2066, a voter-approved measure aimed at preserving natural gas access in Washington. Judge Sandra […]

The Washington State Department of Ecology is proposing a new rule, Chapter 173-339 WAC, to restrict intentionally added formaldehyde-releasing chemicals in cosmetic […]

HB 2015, which focuses on public safety funding and local government financial tools, was heard this week in the Senate Law and […]

The Alliance of State Retail Associations is committed to providing top-tier benefits to its members, including a competitive retirement plan in partnership […]

A Target employee wearing a mask works in an aisle of toys. Courtesy of Target Five years after the pandemic lockdowns, the retail […]

It has been a rough week for Mayor Bruce Harrell as he launches his reelection campaign, with multiple news stories casting his […]

Senate Democrats have unveiled a $17 billion slate of new taxes to support their budget. Measures include taxes on wealth (SB 5797), […]

Photo by Washington State Standard SB 5284, the extended producer responsibility (EPR) bill for packaging, sponsored by Senator Liz Lovelett (D-40), appears […]

Washington lawmakers are considering two major tax proposals, HB 2033 and HB 1416, that target tobacco, vapor, and nicotine products. While both […]

WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight our weekly “hot list” key […]

Washington retailers have faced staggering payroll cost increases in recent years, and pending legislation threatens to make the financial strain unsustainable. Key […]

The Senate Labor Committee recently held a hearing on HB 1788, a bill that standardizes temporary total disability (TTD) payments for injured […]