Addressing Washington’s public safety crisis
Washington’s public safety landscape, while facing significant challenges, is a complex issue that contrasts with the optimistic view of the state’s […]
Proposed gift card legislation
WR Local & State Government Affairs Manager Crystal Leatherman has been actively working with a coalition of business groups to understand […]
Exploring the complexities of police pursuit: a balanced documentary by TVW
Amidst the debate over the hot topic of police pursuits, TVW steps in with a compelling new documentary that delves deep […]
Seattle City Council appoints Tanya Woo to Position 8
On Tuesday, the eight members of the City Council voted to fill the seat left vacant by the resignation of Councilmember […]
National coalition of retail associations rally behind HR 7024 for economic growth and tax reform
In a unified act, 35 state retail associations have joined forces with 255 state and national organizations, representing a broad spectrum of […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
Washington Recycling and Packaging (WRAP) Act (HB 2049)/(SB 6005) Objective: Defines ‘producer’ to put manufacturers at the top of the responsibility […]
A collaborative approach to substance abuse policies
Effective January 1, 2024, employers are prohibited from discriminating against cannabis use off the job for job applicants. Employers can still […]
Initiative to amend police pursuit laws sparks debate
In Washington State, the debate over police pursuit policies has intensified with Initiative 2113, a proposal to amend the state’s restrictive […]
Senate hears bill to provide grants for retail-related credentials
Senator Boehnke’s proposal of SB 5958, will establish a grant program for low-income students pursuing retail-related micro-credentials. A 2023 report on […]
WR supports catalytic converter theft solutions
Mark Johnson, Sr. VP of Policy and Government Affairs weighed in on House Bill 2153, addressing catalytic converter thefts, prime sponsored […]
The Future of Retail: A deep dive into the OfferUp® Recommerce Report 2023
The 2023 OfferUp® Recommerce Report unveils a significant shift in the retail landscape, with a growing emphasis on recommerce, extending beyond […]
National movement grows to tackle Organized Retail Crime
A nationwide push to combat organized retail crime (ORC) is gaining momentum in the United States, with Governors Kathy Hochul of […]