Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard
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House Bill 1296 already faces a repeal campaign via citizen initiative. Now it’s been hit with a lawsuit as well. -
Expiring federal tax credits are driving an average 21% increase in rates on the state’s health benefit exchange as open enrollment nears. -
The Republican lawmaker wants Congress more involved. Meanwhile, Democratic Rep. Adam Smith is calling for hearings on the airstrikes, which have killed more than 30. -
Washington’s innovative paid family and medical leave program could be hundreds of millions of dollars in the red within a few years, unless the Legislature acts. -
When the federal shutdown began Oct. 1, officials said money for WIC benefits could run out in a couple of weeks. -
A slate of other tax and fee hikes also kicks in Oct. 1, including on major financial institutions and to fund transportation. -
Local officials fear Seattle could be the next city to see a deployment as the Trump administration prepares to send the National Guard into Portland, Oregon. -
Projected tax revenue is down more than $500 million since the Legislature passed its latest two-year budget. One lead budget writer isn’t ruling out further tax increases next year. -
