The fields in Skagit Valley may be blooming for the upcoming tulip festival, but the farmworkers tending to them say there are serious issues with…
A new law in Washington state bans employers from silencing employees about illegal acts in the workplace. The Silenced No More Act – which passed in…
Are you a “gig” worker? If so, you’ve got a lot of company – by some estimates, more than a third of U.S. workers participate…
Prior to closing the 2022 Washington State Legislative session, the legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill 1736, which establishes a state student loan program.…
The House passed ESSB 5714 57-40 on March 9, which would create a sales and use tax deferral program for solar canopies placed on large-scale…
In 2021, full-time wages for women were about 83% of that of full-time men. In Washington state, the wage gap was wider, at about 78%,…
Mask requirements are coming to an end in Washington state on Saturday, more than two years into the COVID-19 pandemic. But the transition could be…
Washington state lawmakers passed a measure last year that made historic investments in child care. This year, providers want their representatives in Olympia to ensure…
Washington state could head to the front of the pack when it comes to electrifying new buildings. Proposals before the State Building Code Council would…
At-home caregivers in Washington state have experienced a boost in wages to weather the COVID-19 pandemic, and a new campaign, ‘Time for $20′, is urging lawmakers…
Workers in public service have the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program at their disposal which could help wipe away student debt, but many struggle to…
Property owners in King County can go online today to view their 2022 property tax details. When visiting kingcounty.gov/PropertyTax, property owners can also pay their…
Performing the same motion over and over on the job can increase workers’ risk of getting hurt, and now a bill in Olympia aims to…
The House Consumer Protection and Business Committee held a public hearing on Senate Joint Memorial 8004, which addresses “de-risking” by financial institutions. The bill passed…
With new COVID-19 cases and hospitalization decreasing, and over 87% of King County residents over age 12 fully vaccinated, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced…
As you know, inflation heated up in 2021, following years of pretty stable – and low – numbers. And now, early in 2022, we’re still…
It’s the season of potentially confusing income-tax forms and line items, but free tax help is available for many Washingtonians who need it. The United…