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Join our energy choice advocates!

BIAW seeks members passionate about protecting natural gas for their families and their customers to join our team of energy…

How the Growth Management Act affects housing prices

Over the last 30 years since the state’s Growth Management Act (GMA) passed, Washington’s population has grown by 60%. Yet…

BIAW announces 2024 endorsements: Be sure to vote in Aug. 6 primary

The Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) made its 2024 endorsements at the annual summer board meeting at the Skamania…

Initiative 2066 to protect energy choice certified for November ballot

The Secretary of State’s Office has certified I-2066 for the November general election ballot. Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW), Let’s Go…

UW graduate joins BIAW as policy and research lead

UW graduate Patrick Hanks has joined BIAW as Policy and Research Manager in Government Affairs. Born and raised in Washington…

Higher home prices due to state’s Climate Commitment Act?

Has Washington’s Climate Commitment Act resulted in higher home prices? Share your views! In 2021, the Legislature passed SB 1526,…