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URGE GOV. FERGUSON TO OPPOSE LARGEST TAX INCREASE IN STATE HISTORY
We're launching a petition to encourage Gov. Ferguson to stand against the unaffordable budget proposals in the Legislature that include the largest tax increase in Washington's history. The Governor has shown a willingness to listen, has indicated he wanted to depart from the Inslee-era spending spree and he's already said "no" to the proposed wealth tax. We need the largest, most united signal we can get to send to Governor Ferguson and halt the unsustainable, unaffordable tax and spending plans in Olympia.
Mark Harmsworth sounds the alarm as companies talk about fleeing from punitive taxation.
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FEATURED ARTICLES
Bill limiting notifications for parents passes committee By Elizabeth New
Higher parental guidance leads to better mental health, social skills, academic achievement and more. Keeping parents from being fully informed is dangerous for students. READ MORE
Washington’s EV sales far short of next year's state mandate By Todd Myers
Washington electric vehicle sales are far short of the level necessary to meet the requirements that go into effect next year, risking increased car prices or limited vehicle choices in the upcoming years. READ MORE
The No Tax Challenge By David Boze
Increases in taxes are not necessary to fix the budget "shortfall." READ MORE
The state of Idaho is setting an example for how to reduce the cost of housing By Mark Harmsworth
Idaho Senate Bill 1164 (SB 1164) would improve the efficiency and transparency of the building permit process in Idaho. A similar bill, if introduced in Washington, would help relieve the housing shortage and help to reduce housing costs. READ MORE
Cannabis union bill moves forward despite opposition By Pam Lewison
More than 70 percent of public testimony, including members of the cannabis community, was in opposition to unionization of cannabis farmworkers. READ MORE
Will Sound Transit be able to change course with a new CEO? By Charles Prestrud
With a board made up of political appointees, it has never been an organization open to dissenting opinions. READ MORE
Farmworkers call for changes to improve their lives By Pam Lewison
Workers aren't being listened to by legislators. It's time to listen to farmer voices. READ MORE
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