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L&I approves new “emergency” wildfire smoke and heat exposure rules

The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) recently announced new emergency rules related to Wildfire Smoke and Heat Exposure for…

New unemployment tax requirement: Learn more

The Employment Security Department (ESD) invites businesses to learn more about a new unemployment tax requirement going into effect in…

State work group explores taxation

A group of state and local policymakers will consider replacing Washington’s Business & Occupation (B&O) tax, adding a wealth tax…

News Release: Governor appoints Olympia building leader to State Building Code Council

OLYMPIA…Gov. Jay Inslee has appointed Olympia building leader Daimon Doyle to the Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC). A highly…

BIAW attacks illegal fines on new front Friday

BIAW General Counsel Jackson Maynard will take another shot at invalidating new fines implemented by the Washington Department of Fish…

BIAW helps you keep score

BIAW has completed its 2021-22 legislative scorecard. Elections matter—and so do votes. We compiled vote counts on 22 bills affecting…