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Four tax scenarios presented at town hall

Town halls on possible changes to Washington’s tax code are well underway, and provide more information on potential recommendations the state’s tax work group will...Read More

Changes to WA Cares Fund likely next session

Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle expect to see changes to the Washington Cares Fund in the 2022 session as they try to ensure...Read More

Last minute ad buys and campaign donations flood into Washington State campaigns

With less than two weeks until election day, last minute ad buys and campaign donations continue to flood into Washington State campaigns. This is especially...Read More

Second quarter Economic and Revenue Forecast shows continued strength

The Washington Economic and Revenue Council released its August Economic and Revenue Update on Thursday. Overall economic and revenue results are solid with strong employment...Read More

Schoesler says Republican senators will work to ensure Washington remains best place for aerospace

Senator Schoesler offered this response to the governor’s announcement that highlighted a study characterizing Washington as the best place to build airplanes...Read More

Next steps for vetoed tax transparency website

Jason Mercier wrote the following commentary on Inslee’s veto of a new tax transparency website from the 2018 supplemental budget....Read More

Podcast: Addressing Washington State’s Tax Structure

We recorded this podcast at our recent 2017 Re-Wire Policy Conference. This panel featured Rep. Noel Frame, Vice Chair of the House Finance Committee, Rep....Read More

Washington keeps strong bond rating

State Treasurer Duane Davidson announced today that the three national debt rating agencies have reviewed Washington’s financial situation and have confirmed the existing ratings for...Read More