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Washington state lawmakers approve new caps on rent hikes

Landlords in Washington state will soon be limited in how much they can raise their tenants’ rents each year. Before adjourning this year’s legislative session, lawmakers approved new caps on rent hikes.

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Jeanie Lindsay is a state government reporter for KNKX and KUOW. She previously covered education for The Seattle Times and Indiana Public Broadcasting.