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July 15, 2019
Get to know the people who represent you in the federal government
The United State Constitution guarantees us the right to “petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” This means you get to complain...
By: Lori Maricle
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July 10, 2019
Housing Forum brings together statewide leaders for housing solutions
Lack of housing of all types is a nationwide crisis, U.S. Rep. Denny Heck said Monday as he opened a housing forum hosted by an unprecedented coali...
By: Brian Mittge
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June 11, 2019
Calculating the hit to employers from new state taxes
This year the Legislature increased taxes on about 82,000 employers of the state's 380,000 businesses to provide greater financial suppor...
By: Brian Mittge
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June 6, 2019
Leaders from around the state to meet for solutions at Housing Forum
Tacoma is now the hottest housing market in the nation as frustrated Seattle buyers look south for more affordable prices....
By: Lori Maricle
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May 24, 2019
Employers urged to engage with government, prepare for future at AWB Spring Meeting
Ambassador Nikki Haley delivered a strong message about the power of employers to lift communities, urging a sold-out audience at AWB’s annual Sp...
By: Lori Maricle
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May 8, 2019
State lawmakers reflect on progress, cost of 2019 session
SPOKANE -- There’s a lot to like in Washington’s new state budget, which tops a record $52 billion over the next two years: New investments in...
By: Andrew Lenderman
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May 8, 2019
Plan ahead for downturns and even tighter labor market, economist says
SPOKANE -- -Washington employers will face many challenges in the coming years, including the risk of recession and major changes to the country’...
By: Andrew Lenderman
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May 2, 2019
Record turnout for AWB’s Spring Meeting, with room for more
AWB’s Spring Meeting kicks off Wednesday and is shaping up to be one of the best yet. This year’s event at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane...
By: Andrew Lenderman
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April 25, 2019
Six ideas for reforming Washington state's spending structure
State spending is on auto-pilot and gaining altitude fast. The state budget has grown at 44 percent, adjusted for inflation, since the Great Recess...
April 17, 2019
Survey finds little support for raising taxes
Two-thirds of respondents in a new public opinion survey do not support proposals to raise taxes on Washington citizens, with more than half saying...
By: Jason Hagey
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