Retail – Alive and well at the 2025 NRF Retail Big Show
WR President & CEO attended the 2025 NRF Retail Big Show held last week in New York City. The event was one of their largest with approximately 40,000 attendees, 105…
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Restrictive and punitive firearm legislation introduced
Following the passage of HB 2118 in the 2024 session—which restricted the sale of firearms—the 2025 legislative session has already introduced a series of new regulations, requirements, and taxes targeting…
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Record profits highlight need to address credit card swipe fees
Record profits in the credit card industry underscore the urgent need for Congress to address soaring swipe fees that burden small businesses and consumers, according to the Merchants Payments Coalition…
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Transition Team key priorities presented to Governor Bob Ferguson
Bob Ferguson is sworn in as the 24th Governor of the State of Washington during his inauguration ceremony Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia, Wash.…
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VoterVoice sign-up: Stay engaged during the 2025 legislative session
The 2025 legislative session is now underway, and a significant number of bills and initiatives are already making their way through the process, many of which could directly impact the…
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Governor Bob Ferguson signs three executive orders moments after inauguration
Governor Bob Ferguson’s signature on one of his first three executive orders, signed immediately after his inauguration. (M. Scott Brauer/Cascade PBS) Shortly after taking the oath of office and concluding…
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WR testifies on key employment law proposals during week 2 of legislative session
Washington State Capitol (Jerry Cornfield/Washington State Standard) WR’s employment law team addressed six significant legislative proposals this week, many of which carry substantial implications for employers across Washington, particularly small…
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