Taxes February 27, 2026
Thirteen Democratic lawmakers said Senate Bill 6346—which would impose a 9.9% tax on income above $1 million annually—should move forward only if a provision accelerating a major corporate tax break is removed.
Taxes February 18, 2026
Gov. Bob Ferguson said Tuesday that the current legislation to impose a state income tax on millionaires is a "good start," but called on lawmakers to devote more of the revenue to direct tax breaks and relief for residents.
Taxes February 17, 2026
The legislation, which now heads to the state's House for consideration, would levy a 9.9% tax on earnings over $1 million a year, and is estimated to bring in about $3.5 billion annually.
Taxes February 10, 2026
A proposed Washington income tax on people earning more than $1 million has cleared its first legislative hurdle, with the Senate Ways and Means Committee passing the plan Monday—with some tweaks.
Taxes February 3, 2026
In a long-anticipated bill, which is getting formally introduced this week, legislative Democrats are proposing a 9.9% tax on annual earnings of more than $1 million starting in 2028.
Taxes January 14, 2026
Sixty-one percent of Washingtonians back the idea of a 9.9% tax on incomes greater than $1 million, versus just 29% opposed, according to a poll from Northwest-based DHM Research.
Taxes December 26, 2025
The IRS announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in Washington state affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that began on Dec. 9.
Taxes December 26, 2025
Gov. Bob Ferguson said Dec. 23 the proposal would be tied to reducing sales taxes on baby and hygiene items, expanding the working families tax credit, increasing K-12 school funding, and lowering the key tax rate for small businesses.
Payroll Taxes December 3, 2025
Progressive lawmakers in Olympia rolled out a new revenue proposal Tuesday that targets Washington's largest employers with a 5% payroll excise tax on wages above $125,000.
Taxes December 1, 2025
The latest numbers from the Tax Foundation show that Wyoming is the most taxpayer-friendly state, Montana is 6th, and Idaho is 9th. But Washington coming in near last at 45th is a cause for concern.
Taxes November 4, 2025
What began as a modest incentive meant to foster economic development in a nascent field became a billion-dollar windfall of questionable effectiveness. The tax breaks are now expired, but participating companies continue to benefit to this day.
Taxes October 28, 2025
Katie Wilson, a community organizer, is challenging Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell in a close mayoral election, proposing to raise taxes on companies and wealthy residents.