Washington State Legislature

Concerned about artificial intelligence proliferating unchecked, state lawmakers are moving forward with several proposals for new regulations on AI applications.

With inflated food prices and a rash of grocery store closings at the end of last year, legislators are looking to address the cost of getting groceries for Washingtonians.

Democratic lawmakers in Olympia are feeling hopeful that the income tax proposal they see as a solution to Washington's regressive tax code will make it to the governor.

There is a sharp divide between those who see the tax as a way to generate funds to support lower income residents and those who worry it will drive away businesses.

Proposals in the Washington state House and Senate would raise income limits on the state’s free preschool program to help more military families enroll.

Democrats want to tax personal income over $1 million. Gov. Bob Ferguson says lawmakers’ initial plan doesn’t offer enough tax relief for lower earners and small businesses.

The chemical 6PPD is known to create lethal runoff that instantly kills coho salmon and is harmful to other species.

The state legislation would allow cities and counties to tax the rentals to fund affordable housing.

Democrats in the Washington state Legislature want to revisit the state’s tax code, and are pursuing a tax on individuals who bring in more than $1 million a year.

A clearer picture of Washington state's leadership emerges after Bob Ferguson's first session and budget as governor.