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Eight big things the Washington State Legislature passed in 2021
A new capital-gains tax, a slate of police accountability bills and new limits on carrying guns at protests are just a few of the things that state lawmakers approved.
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Why new taxes are likely even as Washington is flush with cash
Democratic lawmakers say now is the moment to fix the state’s regressive tax code, which they say unfairly burdens low-income people.
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Black families at Seattle Children’s face security at double the rate of white families
The hospital’s examination comes amid continuing fallout from the resignation of Dr. Ben Danielson. But a previous report shows it’s been an issue since at least 2008.
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WA could re-criminalize drug possession. Seattle leaders are concerned
A bill passed out of the state Senate would make drug possession a gross misdemeanor. In King County, that could create confusion.
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The future of WA transportation hinges on carbon pricing debate
Top legislators want to put a price on carbon to raise money for transportation projects. But with time running out, they can’t agree on the details.