What Lawmakers Don’t Want You to Know About This Year’s Budget

Washington Policy On The Go is WPC's bi-weekly (weekly during the legislative session) virtual lunchtime event series featuring center directors and guests to inform you on the latest in Washington State policy research and analysis. This episode reviews the end of the legislative session, the budget, and what to expect in the near future.

00:00 - Introduction & Session Overview
00:53 - State Budget Tactics & Tax Narrative
08:04 - B&O and Fuel Tax Hikes
11:45 - Legislative Rule Changes & Emergency Clauses
15:00 - Property Tax & Referendum Restrictions
17:03 - Striking Workers Unemployment Bill
20:24 - Mileage Tax Defeat & Transportation
23:34 - Budget Skepticism & Future Crises
23:57 - Rent Control Impact
31:18 - Permitting Reform & Housing Supply
36:09 - Small Business Tax Burden
36:49 - Parental Notification Rights Rolled Back
44:17 - Paid Family & Medical Leave Tax Hikes
50:07 - Closing Remarks

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