🧭 Legislative Session Ends—What’s Next for Washington Businesses?
The 2025 legislative session has ended, but many questions remain for Washington’s business community. From…
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🧭 2025 Legislative Crossroads: What’s Happening in Olympia—And Why Spokane Valley Businesses Must Pay Attention Now
Washington State’s 2025 legislative session is rapidly concluding, with potential sweeping changes to taxes and…
⚖️ Last-Minute Moves, Long-Term Impacts: What Businesses Need to Know About Washington’s Final Sprint to Sine Die
With just 10 days left in Washington’s 2025 legislative session, bills like HB 2081 and…
Gov. Ferguson Takes a Stand on Washington’s Budget Proposals
Gov. Bob Ferguson opposes Washington’s budget plans, citing excessive tax increases and an untested wealth…
Under Pressure: Rent Caps and the Fight for Local Investment
Spokane projects vie for state funding as lawmakers debate the 2025-27 capital budget. Meanwhile, EHB…
WA’s $10B Tax Plan Rattles Business Leaders
Washington’s sweeping $10B tax overhaul introduces new business surcharges, property tax reforms, and transportation fee…
Fiscal Sleight-of-Hand: Washington’s Budget Dilemma
Washington grapples with an $845 million revenue shortfall and a $15 billion operating budget gap,…
Legislative Session Hits Key Deadline
At the 2025 legislative midpoint, bills like SB 5041 (striking workers’ benefits) and HB 1213…
What Is Government Action Worth to Your Business?
Government decisions shape business landscapes. Trump’s tax cuts, like 100% expensing and no tax on…