Positive finish to holiday season as consumer spending rises in December
The U.S. Census Bureau’s data for 2023 shows a notable increase in core retail sales during the holiday season, reaching a […]
Adding “Protected class” to Equal Pay Act needs clarity and effective date delay
The Legislature is considering two companion bills HB 1905/SB 5894 by including the definition of “protected classes” to the Equal Pay […]
WR opposes gift card legislation
Crystal Leatherman, Local and State Government Affairs has led the charge in strong opposition to the suite of bills Senator Trudeau […]
Seattle’s new – “mandating minimum pay for delivery drivers law” takes effect
About 45 days after the City finalized its rules for the App-Based Worker Minimum Payment Ordinance, the new law took effect, […]
Walmart teams up with Microsoft to revolutionize shopping with AI
Walmart made its CES 2024 debut, partnering with Microsoft to unveil AI-powered shopping experiences. Walmart’s CEO, Doug McMillon, revealed their plan […]
What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
Washington Recycling and Packaging WRAP Act HB 2049 Focus: Defines ‘producer’ to place manufacturers at the top of the responsibility chart […]
WR joins the 2024 Coastal Caucus send-off
WR was invited to attend the 2024 Coastal Caucus Legislative Send-Off , hosted by the Greater Grays Harbor Chamber of Commerce. […]
Washington debates unemployment aid for striking workers
Washington state legislators are currently reviewing House Bill 5777, a proposal that could extend unemployment benefits to workers involved in strikes, particularly […]
Comprehensive organic food management proposal offers retailers flexibility and uncertainty
After a six-month intense Organic Food Management stakeholder process with oversight from Representative Beth Doglio, the workgroup spent the last two […]
Hearing held for A.I. Taskforce legislation
In the ever-evolving realm of artificial intelligence (A.I.), WR has been closely following and participating in discussions on each of the […]
Governor Inslee will push for climate action and state progress in final year
As Washington Governor Jay Inslee enters his final year in office, he sis far from slowing down. In his 11th State of […]
Bipartisan $1.59 trillion spending deal averts government shutdown
Congressional leaders have reached a bipartisan agreement on the federal government’s spending —a move aimed at averting a potential partial government […]