LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Ortiz-Self Offers Relief to Those Facing Pandemic Unemployment Overpayment Interest
OLYMPIA – Relief is on the way for Washingtonians facing overpayment assessments and accruing interest on unemployment benefits received during the COVID-19 pandemic. House Bill 1975, sponsored by Rep. Ortiz-Self...
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: House Passes HB 1932 Promoting Local Democracy
OLYMPIA – Today, the House passed House Bill 1932, introduced by Representative Mia Gregerson (D-SeaTac). The legislation aims to bolster local democracy, enhance voter turnout, and foster equitable representation across...
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: House Passes Farivar Bill Addressing Antitrust Penalties
OLYMPIA – Currently, Washington’s maximum penalty for antitrust violations is a measly $900,000, a slap on the wrist for corporations raking in millions through illegal schemes. This allows bad actors...
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Fosse Bill Expands Incentives for Decarbonization in Large Buildings
OLYMPIA – In a significant step towards addressing greenhouse gas emissions from the building sector, the Washington House of Representatives passed a bill that would increase incentive payments for decarbonization...
Ramos’ Fuel Tax Evasion Bill is first on way to Governor’s Desk
OLYMPIA – Transportation fuels, like gasoline, keep Washington moving, but Representative Bill Ramos (D-Issaquah) says not everyone in the chain of supply is paying their fair share when it comes...