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Washington state's gas tax goes up by 1 penny per gallon

Washington state's gas tax is rising by 1 penny per gallon this week. The increase comes after a 6 cents hike on gas taxes last year and brings the state tax to 56 cents a gallon. It all comes amid record prices at the pump. Washington has some of the most expensive gas in the nation.

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Sarah Mizes-Tan leads coverage of Washington state government for KUOW and KNKX and reports stories of people affected by officials’ decisions. Her work reaches audiences across Washington, Idaho, and Oregon through the Northwest News Network.