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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"Minimum wage increases hurt the very people it's supposed to help. Washington should not move to an even higher standard than we already have. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1890445211135787449)  2025-02-14T16:57Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"in another remarkable example of Washington state elected officials hiding data when they are failing Washingtons children OSPI has removed a webpage that helped keep the schools accountable to parents. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ospi-scrubs-website-of-key-data https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ospi-scrubs-website-of-key-data"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1978132678374297611)  2025-10-14T16:15Z [----] followers, 10.2K engagements


"When WPC pointed out that Washington has been falling behind in student achievement (while spending record $ per student) the OSPI has dismissed worries by saying this is only based on one test result NAEP and we should be looking at other measures too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1983631966240215151)  2025-10-29T20:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Local elections show voters want common sense when partisan considerations are removed. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1987935780694556971)  2025-11-10T17:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"When lawmakers were deciding whether to allow Washington states unemployment insurance (UI) fund to be used to pay striking workers proponents of the idea insisted the fund was healthy enough to be stretched beyond its role of providing temporary financial help to workers who lose a job through no fault of their own. Guess what That doesnt seem to be the case just as Washington Policy Center and others warned. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/shrinking-ui-trust-fund-could-cause-businesses-and-their-workers-more-pain"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1990481975145083153)  2025-11-17T18:07Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Washington Policy Center is giving thanks to free markets this November by reflecting on the people and ideas that drive our mission forward. Today were honored to share a note from WPCs Eastern Washington Director Chris Corry"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1991240862345400493)  2025-11-19T20:23Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A [----] SmartAsset study analyzing IRS migration data found Washington lost a net [---] high-earning millennial households (incomes over $200000) between [----] and [----] the eighth-highest loss nationwide. By mid-2025 a follow-up report showed wealthy Gen Z-ers fleeing even faster. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/washingtons-wealth-exodus-are-tax-policies-driving-the-job-creators-away https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/washingtons-wealth-exodus-are-tax-policies-driving-the-job-creators-away"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1993016746580615634)  2025-11-24T17:59Z [----] followers, 30.1K engagements


"As each generation toys with the ideas of socialism harsh lessons are learned about its failure. But as years pass people forget the hard learned lessons and socialism creeps back into the public eye. Seattle is about to learn the lessons from history about the failures of socialism. https://youtu.be/Sx2uhRZa3rs https://youtu.be/Sx2uhRZa3rs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1993364103935500713)  2025-11-25T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"You cannot triple the size of government in a decade without eventually hitting a wall. That reality is now coming into a sharp focus. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/despite-historic-tax-hikes-washington-state-faces-43-billion-deficit https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/despite-historic-tax-hikes-washington-state-faces-43-billion-deficit"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1998497912918036742)  2025-12-09T21:00Z [----] followers, 46.8K engagements


"WA state wants new taxes after the biggest tax increase in history. Businesses may leave. Speak up Send a message to your legislators at http://washingtonpolicy.org/takeaction http://washingtonpolicy.org/takeaction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1999546414876029216)  2025-12-12T18:26Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"You are mistaken as we have criticized tariffs for many years including recently: As a non-partisan organization we support free-market policies from either party. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/library/doclib/Clark-How-U.S.-trade-disputes-affect-Washington-state-s-agricultural-communities-PB.pdf https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/subsidizing-green-industry-is-like-propping-up-a-kids-lemonade-stand https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/trade-wars-are-tough-on-ag"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1999552327490109451)  2025-12-12T18:49Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"It's possible to balance the state budget without any new taxes. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/solving-washingtons-deficit-without-tax-increases https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/solving-washingtons-deficit-without-tax-increases"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2003183819831001281)  2025-12-22T19:20Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"It's clear what Washington state wants this Christmas. Email your legislators in one simple click link below"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2003903481292185618)  2025-12-24T18:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: WPC's Todd Myers exposes new state report as knowingly providing false data without correction. The state's CCA Investments report claims CCA funded projects reduced carbon emissions the equivalent of removing 40% of all gas and diesel vehicles on Washington's roads. But this claim doesn't hold up under scrutiny and when Myers pointed out one faulty example to the Department of Ecology they acknowledge the error but it is never fixed. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-co2-report-shows-86-of-washingtons-claimed-climate-benefits-are-probably-fake"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2008587995717235193)  2026-01-06T17:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The Governor's budget has been released - here are the first takeaways you should read: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/seven-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-governors-budget-proposal https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/seven-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-governors-budget-proposal"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2010792452622328117)  2026-01-12T19:14Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"TAKE ACTION NOW: HB [----] Hide the Carbon Tax Data This bill wouldeliminate the requirement to "evaluate the impacts" of state-funded climate projects. This comes after Washington Policy Center exposed the Dept of Ecology's originally released Climate Commitment Act impact numbers that were wildly offand that billions in revenue has not gone towards climate resiliency projects as was promised. HB [----] has a public hearing THIS AFTERNOON at 4pm. Don't let WA Dept of Ecology hide from taxpayers. Sign in and leave your written testimony (or simply say whether you are PRO or CON) ASAP:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2013363141522989537)  2026-01-19T21:29Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Regulatory barriers preventing individuals from working should be removed to allow professionals more flexibility across state lines. @WPCElizabeth testified on a bill that would do just that"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2013703672513831060)  2026-01-20T20:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This bill will make Washington state a less attractive state to live and work in discouraging job creation encouraging work that can be shifted out of state and potentially bringing workers wage caps so employers can avoid the tax penalty. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/hb-2100-tax-employers-for-paying-people-well-its-for-the-needy-sorta https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/hb-2100-tax-employers-for-paying-people-well-its-for-the-needy-sorta"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2014859969808515204)  2026-01-24T00:37Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Don't miss our free virtual event tomorrow as we talk with our Center for Health Care and Worker Rights Director Elizabeth New about some actions legislators can take to lower costs and some bills that would drive them up https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-january-27 https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-january-27"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2015867620285702293)  2026-01-26T19:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A state representative admitted the truth: "You shouldn't trust us." They're openly saying they've lied about income tax and will continue to do so. Believe them when they say they're untrustworthy. #waleg #incometax #transparency #taxes #tax"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2016263667298533479)  2026-01-27T21:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Over the last decade state transportation budgets have blurred the division of responsibilities between the state and local agencies. This is visible in state funding for transit which has steadily increased rising to $364 million in in [----]. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-transit-subsidies-what-has-been-the-return-on-investment https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-transit-subsidies-what-has-been-the-return-on-investment"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2016940560901177704)  2026-01-29T18:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"When people leave a state its often a signal that something isn't working. If Washington wants opportunity we need policies that make it easier to build a life here: jobs housing energy and predictable rules. Mark Harmsworth on whos leaving Washington (and why politicians should care): https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/who-is-leaving-washington-and-why-the-politicians-need-to-care https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/who-is-leaving-washington-and-why-the-politicians-need-to-care"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2017357036351058053)  2026-01-30T21:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Start your morning with the rundown of what's going on in Olympia this week. Even with all of the talk of a starter-income tax no bill has yet materialized. @WAPolicyGreen breaks down why this is evidence of bad governance. https://youtu.be/YvpBIwmCGyE https://youtu.be/YvpBIwmCGyE"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2018339752122937604)  2026-02-02T15:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Washington's tax and spend behavior has set us on a bad path and legislators need to learn this lesson quickly. WPC's Mark Harmsworth and Ryan Frost make the case in today's Washington Post piece: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/02/02/washington-state-income-tax-budget/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/02/02/washington-state-income-tax-budget/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2018386635054792878)  2026-02-02T18:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Washington legislators are going back on promises they've made on taxes and there's no reason to believe they won't do the same for the income tax. #waleg #incometax #washingtonincometax #washingtontax #taxes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2018472624280531180)  2026-02-02T23:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The income tax bill is expected to surface today. Here are the top ten reasons why this would be a disaster for Washington: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/top-10-reasons-a-state-income-tax-is-a-bad-idea https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/top-10-reasons-a-state-income-tax-is-a-bad-idea"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2018701068931137987)  2026-02-03T15:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The income tax proposal is here. Join us at noon for our virtual event where Tax & Budget Director Ryan Frost will be discussing what's in this version of the bill and taking any questions you may have https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-february-3 https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-february-3"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2018754898012021146)  2026-02-03T18:34Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This bill won't solve the deficit won't make the tax code fairer and won't provide meaningful relief to working families. What it will do is create a new revenue stream that lawmakers will spend setting up the next deficit and the next tax increase. And when that happens the income threshold will drop just like it has everywhere else that has an income tax. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-income-tax-proposal-has-arrived-heres-what-you-need-to-know https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-income-tax-proposal-has-arrived-heres-what-you-need-to-know"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/2019472587898679400)  2026-02-05T18:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The income tax hearing was on Friday and much of this week will be dedicated toward this and other fiscal bills. @WAPolicyGreen brings the latest updates on the hearing and the future of this income tax: https://youtu.be/PJdG35XvhkA https://youtu.be/PJdG35XvhkA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2020943737791377496)  2026-02-09T19:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Since [----] public disclosure requests have revealed emails detailing legislators' plans to pass an unconstitutional income tax. Now when asked directly about whether or not the "millionaires tax" will stay only on millionaires they can't even bring themselves to answer "yes." It's simple: every income tax in the country has expanded from beyond just high earners this one will be no different. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020966414270779555 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020966414270779555"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2020966414270779555)  2026-02-09T21:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Adding the expertise of a lifelong innovator and entrepreneur with Dr. Schweitzers track record of industry success is such a special opportunity said WPC President and CEO Steven Hatting. We're excited to welcome Dr. Ed Schweitzer to the WPC team https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/dr-edmund-o-schweitzer-iii-entrepreneur-inventor-who-revolutionized-the-energy-industry-named-wpc-2026-visiting-fellow https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/dr-edmund-o-schweitzer-iii-entrepreneur-inventor-who-revolutionized-the-energy-industry-named-wpc-2026-visiting-fellow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021328309485756903)  2026-02-10T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Ultimately Senate Bill [----] does not transfer power from employers to farmworkers it gives power to unions to the detriment of farmworkers. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/sb-6045-transfers-power-from-farmworkers-to-unions https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/sb-6045-transfers-power-from-farmworkers-to-unions"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021660553001800142)  2026-02-11T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Legislators: stop the rhetoric and stand up to your caucus chairs that are driving this agenda. Work together across the aisle to create legislation that supports a stable business environment and focus on growing the economy here for all of Washington's residents. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/business-is-already-leaving-washington-i-spoke-to-some-owners-and-they-explained-why https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/business-is-already-leaving-washington-i-spoke-to-some-owners-and-they-explained-why"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021690693609979967)  2026-02-11T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"House Bill [----] is a favor to unions at the expense of taxpayers and also violates employee privacy and makes it easier to keep public employees in the dark about their right to join or not join a union. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/another-favor-for-unions-at-the-expense-of-taxpayers-workers https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/another-favor-for-unions-at-the-expense-of-taxpayers-workers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021992734668607619)  2026-02-12T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Watch WPC's Paul Guppy on The Seattle Channel talking about how the income tax fails to address the problems it purports to solve: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=bov7SKk3aMA https://www.youtube.com/watchv=bov7SKk3aMA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022443225445716397)  2026-02-13T22:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"If you believe the income tax won't expand to lower incomes than millionaire's there's easy money for you in @WAPolicyGreen's wager:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021775892687794342)  2026-02-12T02:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Even on a holiday weekend our researchers are hard at work tracking what the legislature will be doing this week. Watch Todd's update to know what to expect during this busy week: https://youtu.be/pEqgm_AuYz4 https://youtu.be/pEqgm_AuYz4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023412123741655500)  2026-02-16T15:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: The Senate just passed the unconstitutional starter income tax in Washington state. It will now proceed to the House of Representatives"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023569631647023498)  2026-02-17T01:26Z [----] followers, 23K engagements


"Imagine paying off the mortgage to your home in full and on time. Then receiving a letter outlining an additional three years of payments owed because the bank decided your interest rate changed after youd paid your mortgage off. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/retroactive-overtime-is-a-fiction https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/retroactive-overtime-is-a-fiction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1366470834097958915)  2021-03-01T19:30Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"On the definition of a capital gains tax the IRS is clear: "It is an income tax." @MercierOnPolicy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1555280999533068288)  2022-08-04T19:54Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"The Stranger decided to publish a hit-piece against our Center for Health Care and Worker Rights Director Elizabeth Hovde. The column exposed an utterly lack of understanding of the WA Cares program and the harm it inflicts on working class Washingtonians"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1704586683973325104)  2023-09-20T20:01Z [--] followers, [---] engagements


"Taxpayers are still feeling the hurt from the staffing shortages from the state's now-removed vaccine mandate. State departments should actively pursue previously terminated employees. Read Elizabeth Hovde's latest: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-agencies-can-rehire-workers-terminated-for-lack-of-a-covid-19-vaccine https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-agencies-can-rehire-workers-terminated-for-lack-of-a-covid-19-vaccine"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1711444558909764041)  2023-10-09T18:12Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Washington Policy Center and the Opportunity for All Coalition have filed an amicus brief to the Supreme Court of the United States to challenge the state supreme court's upholding of the capital gains income tax"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1714349952334258531)  2023-10-17T18:37Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The Two-Faced tax is Washington's new income tax which masquerades as an excise tax on capital gains - and also claims the power to tax "transactions" outside the state. This @WSJ editorial is a takedown of the tax and the hubris of those who created it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1715488109863883042)  2023-10-20T22:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A common objection to school choice is that it takes away money from public schools. Does this claim hold any weight"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1717994558754103591)  2023-10-27T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Jeff Bezos is moving to Florida to escape the Washington state capital gains income tax (or "excise tax" as the court called it). Anyone who understands cause and effect saw this coming"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1720513062724067692)  2023-11-03T18:47Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A law in California will cause the price of pork to go up nationally thanks to a Supreme Court decision which ruled pork producers must comply with the regulations of the proposition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1728156660307239171)  2023-11-24T21:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"To improve geographic representation on the state supreme court elections should be changed to district elections. A new report by Ballotpedia gives new evidence on why this policy is necessary"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1730693309012553793)  2023-12-01T21:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"On Friday the Supreme Court will review the petition for certiorari filed by the plaintiffs in Quinn v Washington challenging the capital gains income tax"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1742599596038091014)  2024-01-03T17:31Z [--] followers, [---] engagements


"The Supreme Court has delayed the hearing of the capital gains income tax possibly hearing it on the 12th or 19th of the month. In the meantime you can review some of the arguments in the amicus brief WPC filed in support of the plaintiffs here:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1744064248932646955)  2024-01-07T18:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This afternoon Liv Finne will be testifying on a bill that would create a monetary incentive for neighbors coworkers and families to report each other for "hate crimes" or "bias incidents.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1748050019079364916)  2024-01-18T18:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Yesterday @WPCElizabeth testified on I-2111 to ban state and local income taxes with a chorus of other voices"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1762905393884287320)  2024-02-28T18:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"As this years budget negotiations have shown WA is facing a multi-billion dollar shortfall. There are higher priorities than throwing $50 million at a ridiculously expensive vanity project that won't solve transportation or environmental problems"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1763670577850601635)  2024-03-01T21:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Somehow opponents of I-2111 don't understand that banning state and local income taxes would be an additional hedge against future attempts to bypass the constitution"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1763957354817614104)  2024-03-02T15:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: All three citizens initiatives that were heard (I-2111 I-2113 and I-2081) have passed both the house and senate and will become law. None require the governor's signature"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1764824170893025773)  2024-03-05T01:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The other three (I-2117 to repeal the carbon tax I-2109 to repeal the capital gains income tax and I-2124 to make the WA Cares long-term care program voluntary) will likely go to ballot this November for voters to decide"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1764825030821654753)  2024-03-05T01:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Market forces are responsive and the possibility that the carbon tax could go away due to I-2117 has had an impact in the CO2 allowances auction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1769438582408626540)  2024-03-17T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Governor Inslee and others say HB [----] is necessary to ensure an orderly and planned transition off natural gas. That claim is undermined by the reality that at its core this bill is an effort to solve the unanticipated problems created by the CCA. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/hb-1589s-ban-on-natural-gas-adds-more-resources-to-solve-problems-created-by-the-co2-tax https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/hb-1589s-ban-on-natural-gas-adds-more-resources-to-solve-problems-created-by-the-co2-tax"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1774874424652509350)  2024-04-01T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The federal government is considering capping rent increases on subsidized housing at 10%. While the aim is to reduce rent costs the long-term effects will be horrible for renters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1777033565819002923)  2024-04-07T17:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Estimates show on the low end for LTC services a part-time home health aide in WA this year will cost $42848. Meanwhile WA Cares website says its benefit of $36500 could cover around [--] hours per week of home care for about a year. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/wa-cares-benefit-isnt-keeping-up-the-cost-of-care https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/wa-cares-benefit-isnt-keeping-up-the-cost-of-care"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1796270266361720976)  2024-05-30T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A recent court ruling creates a de facto minimum wage rate for farmers that will increase food costs hurt farmers and reduce hours for farm workers. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/farmworker-wage-ruling-is-bad-news-for-everyone https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/farmworker-wage-ruling-is-bad-news-for-everyone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1799169335593681289)  2024-06-07T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"As union membership drops California is trying to reclassify independent contractors as employees. The decision from California's Supreme Court could have national ramifications. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-constitutionality-of-california-proposition-22-classifying-gig-workers-as-independent-contractors-to-be-decided-by-the-california-supreme-court https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-constitutionality-of-california-proposition-22-classifying-gig-workers-as-independent-contractors-to-be-decided-by-the-california-supreme-court"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1802780127006216695)  2024-06-17T19:07Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The Supreme Court dealt a heavy blow to unelected bureaucrats by overturning "Chevron deference." This has implications for policy across the U.S. including here in Washington. Read more here: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/us-supreme-courts-loper-decision-is-a-victory-for-representative-democracy https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/us-supreme-courts-loper-decision-is-a-victory-for-representative-democracy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1809678657809416381)  2024-07-06T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The Evolution of the Chevron Decision: A Critical Analysis #ChevronDecision #LegalAnalysis #BalanceOfPowers #SupremeCourt #JusticeRoberts #LegalRulings #Constitution #JudicialSystem #Lawyers #LegalScholars"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1811431380078751953)  2024-07-11T16:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Does the FCC truly have authority to reclassify the internet The Supreme Court casts that in doubt. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/overturning-chevron-deference-gives-hope-to-save-the-internet https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/overturning-chevron-deference-gives-hope-to-save-the-internet"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1812215333060559260)  2024-07-13T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Mark Harmsworth served two terms in the WA State House on transportation and tech. He was Mayor Pro-Tem in Mill Creek and is now on the Boys & Girls Club of Snohomish County. A tech vet with Microsoft and Amazon he owns a small biz in Mill Creek. #washington #snohomishcounty"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1821630089206853752)  2024-08-08T19:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A public disclosure exposes solar energy industry official: I would encourage you to reconsider publishing any statements from the Washington Policy Center or associating with them at all. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/lets-party-solar-industry-brags-to-reporter-that-government-is-doing-an-amazing-job-lining-their-pockets https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/lets-party-solar-industry-brags-to-reporter-that-government-is-doing-an-amazing-job-lining-their-pockets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1823071954254856347)  2024-08-12T18:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"As concern about the health of the environment grows along with frustration at governments failure to solve those problems it is easy to become demoralized. But innovators are finding ways to use the power of AI to create solutions. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ai-is-powering-action-to-protect-the-environment https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ai-is-powering-action-to-protect-the-environment"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1831437075595325517)  2024-09-04T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"George pointed this out when the CO2 tax first passed. Yet Gov. Inslee claimed that additional CO2 taxes wouldn't raise gas prices. It was false - and he and other officials knew it. Read more: #emissions #gas #taxes #washingtonstate #CO2 https://loom.ly/VQevEe4 https://loom.ly/VQevEe4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1831777061465141468)  2024-09-05T19:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


""The study finds that if Initiative [----] passes it would have minimal impact on the states ample revenue collections." https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/study-repealing-the-capital-gains-income-tax-would-affect-only-about-1-of-state-revenues https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/study-repealing-the-capital-gains-income-tax-would-affect-only-about-1-of-state-revenues"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1841178394832105734)  2024-10-01T18:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Put simply a program that claims to "reduce methane emissions" doesn't even attempt to prioritize methane emissions. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ecology-staff-admit-another-state-emissions-reduction-program-doesnt-even-measure-emissions-reduction https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ecology-staff-admit-another-state-emissions-reduction-program-doesnt-even-measure-emissions-reduction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1844060341233201245)  2024-10-09T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"In voting down Initiative [----] on Election Day Washington state voters decided it was OK to keep forcing low-income wage earners to pay for the possible life needs of middle- and upper-income Washingtonians. Thats what the states mandatory WA Cares program will do much like the states paid-leave fund already does. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/participation-in-wa-cares-will-continue-to-be-mandatory https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/participation-in-wa-cares-will-continue-to-be-mandatory"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1856070900661026844)  2024-11-11T20:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"A KIRO [--] News headline from Nov. [--] the day after the recent election reads Confusing verbiage may have influenced WA voters on statewide initiatives expert says. Ya think You didnt need an expert to tell you that. Read the titles for yourself. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/confusing-initiative-titles-should-not-be-a-thing https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/confusing-initiative-titles-should-not-be-a-thing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1858238720417120707)  2024-11-17T20:00Z [----] followers, 11.2K engagements


"More than [----] people illegally took Paid Family and Medical Leave WHILE taking money from the state's unemployment insurance program. ESD had no program set up to catch double dipping. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/new-audit-offers-another-reason-lawmakers-should-leave-the-states-paid-leave-program-behind https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/new-audit-offers-another-reason-lawmakers-should-leave-the-states-paid-leave-program-behind"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1859673153061970392)  2024-11-21T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"UPDATE: The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted a preliminary injunction Wednesday Dec. [--] in Texas Top Cop Shop Inc. et al. v. Garland et al. The ruling means small businesses farms ranchesand other entities are no longer required to abide by the new beneficial ownership information rules under the Corporate Transparency Act. Unless a higher court specifically addresses the injunction from the U.S. District Court companies are will no longer be required to file beneficial ownership information. Heads up to any farmers who want to avoid hefty fines of up to $500 a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1864834144993447980)  2024-12-06T00:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The tax burden on farm equipment could literally be the difference maker between a small farm existing or not"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1866180827085775177)  2024-12-09T17:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"With WA Cares sticking around for now a few prescriptions are being offered to what ails the program. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/legislation-would-help-wa-cares-be-less-bad-for-some https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/legislation-would-help-wa-cares-be-less-bad-for-some"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1867313100937945383)  2024-12-12T20:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Los Angeles City Council has passed a $30 tourism minimum wage for hospitality workers including an additional $8.35 for employers that dont provide health insurance. The hotel and airport industries in California are scrambling"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1870197480303874063)  2024-12-20T20:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Amid loud claims of a supposed state budget deficit a Seattle Times editorial last Sunday correctly notes that .tax collections for public services are up. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/seattle-times-editorial-cuts-through-the-spin-on-states-looming-budget-deficit https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/seattle-times-editorial-cuts-through-the-spin-on-states-looming-budget-deficit"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1870529669369397365)  2024-12-21T18:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Outgoing Governor Jay Inslee says he wants lawmakers to impose a wealth tax of 1% a year on residents with over $100 million in world-wide holdings for the privilege of living in Washington state. Incoming Governor-elect Bob Ferguson says he is considering the proposal. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/backers-of-wealth-tax-seek-to-tax-state-residents-on-their-worldwide-holdings-for-the-privilege-of-living-in-washington"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1876403250921959659)  2025-01-06T22:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Yesterday's update from Mark Zuckerberg is a promising signal even if there remains reason to be skeptical. Laying out proactive steps to expanding free speech is a good start to right the prior wrongs of censorship. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/metas-mark-zuckerberg-recommits-to-free-speech https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/metas-mark-zuckerberg-recommits-to-free-speech"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1877096877742567620)  2025-01-08T20:55Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Hear from Vice President for Research @WAPolicyGreen about the starting legislative session From balancing the budget rent control and exempting farm equipment from sales tax this session promises to be fast-paced and impactful"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1878906869559001335)  2025-01-13T20:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Rent control something even California voters just rejected in November is rearing its ugly head in Washington state again. The sneaky attempt seeks to bypass state law restrictions against rent control by imposing massive limits on rent and fee increases all but creating the same effect as rent control. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/rent-control-is-back-and-this-time-it-means-it https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/rent-control-is-back-and-this-time-it-means-it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1879631629360001282)  2025-01-15T20:47Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Gov. Ferguson promised to veto a budget that requires unrealistic revenue growth and any legislation that pushed new spending out more than four years after it was adopted. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/fergusons-focus-fixing-finances https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/fergusons-focus-fixing-finances"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1880323401300209773)  2025-01-17T18:36Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"In spite of a seven week Boeing strike legislators are again proposing striking workers be eligible for unemployment benefits - something ostensibly reserved for those who are without job through no fault of their own. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/make-employers-pay-striking-workers-too-silly https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/make-employers-pay-striking-workers-too-silly"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1880344247305392302)  2025-01-17T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Between laws for rent control and raising property taxes legislators are creating an unsustainable housing market in Washington. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1886188162252259725)  2025-02-02T23:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Washingtons CO2 tax increases [--] percent now adds [--] cents per gallon Washingtons CO2 tax will add about [--] cents per gallon to gasoline and [--] cents for diesel after the results of the latestauction was released. The price of $50 per metric ton (MT) of CO2 is an increase of about 24% from Decembers price of $40.26. The price is also nearly double the price of $25.76 per MT at the March [----] auction. This price was 19% higher than the projected price of $42.11 in the Department of Ecologys forecast released in December"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1899925471963599005)  2025-03-12T20:48Z [----] followers, 34.7K engagements


"@GodisLove1960 @thehoffather @BrandiKruse The Climate Commitment Act is a Washington state law capping carbon emissions that was challenged by I-2117. Since I-2117 failed to pass last November the law was upheld"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1900602654814073201)  2025-03-14T17:39Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Washington state's projected tax revenue collection decreased but it's still on track to increase total number of taxes collected. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-revenue-forecast-predicts-tax-revenues-will-miss-projections-by-845-million https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-revenue-forecast-predicts-tax-revenues-will-miss-projections-by-845-million"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1903159701677936709)  2025-03-21T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The streamlined process reduces uncertainty and delays allowing projects to proceed more efficiently. Clear timelines also help applicants plan their projects with greater confidence which will reduce the cost of the permit process and ultimately the cost of the home. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-state-of-idaho-is-setting-an-example-for-how-to-reduce-the-cost-of-housing https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-state-of-idaho-is-setting-an-example-for-how-to-reduce-the-cost-of-housing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1908927690742055407)  2025-04-06T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Paying workers to strike is a BAD idea. @WPCElizabeth breaks it down:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1910473190025097228)  2025-04-10T23:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The LARGEST TAX INCREASE IN WASHINGTON'S HISTORY is looming but they aren't just coming for the wealthiest. @WAPolicyGreen walks through [--] new taxes that could directly impact you"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1910746514441511253)  2025-04-11T17:27Z [----] followers, 11K engagements


"Cause and effect: When you flex your tax muscle people leave. Seattle learned that the hard way and Washington state could do the same. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1911146867171164388)  2025-04-12T19:58Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"These taxes will directly impact you and your family. Fifteen new taxes in [--] seconds. #Waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1911872259284697481)  2025-04-14T20:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Mark your calendars for Give Big Washington this May 6th and 7th Since our founding in [----] Washington Policy Center has remained committed to empowering citizens to engage in the legislative process. In [----] with the steadfast support of donors like you WPC went on to expand our efforts to inform the next generation of Washingtonians with the launch of our Young Professionals program. WPC Young Professionals mission is to engage and empower the next generation of free market leaders in Washington state through robust events and mentorship programs digital marketing and social outreach"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1914831544696398292)  2025-04-22T23:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Murder hornets are no longer an issue thanks to voluntary cooperation. Lawmakers recognize that when actual problems need to be solved individuals cooperating is the real way to get things done rather than layers of government bureaucracy. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/an-earth-day-lesson-last-years-biggest-environmental-victories-came-from-free-markets https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/an-earth-day-lesson-last-years-biggest-environmental-victories-came-from-free-markets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1915121904957919322)  2025-04-23T19:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Over the weekend the legislature passed a budget that includes the largest tax increase in Washington's history. It remains to be seen if Governor Ferguson will stand up against these tax increases as he indicated in his inaugural speech. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-washington-state-2025-27-budget-proposal-is-out-and-legislators-are-still-spending-money-the-state-doesnt-have https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-washington-state-2025-27-budget-proposal-is-out-and-legislators-are-still-spending-money-the-state-doesnt-have"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1916891122984517879)  2025-04-28T16:23Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Everything is about to get to more expensive in Washington state. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1919449816330850491)  2025-05-05T17:51Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Today and tomorrow every $2 you contribute to our Young Professionals program will unlock an additional $1from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust. By supporting our Young Professionals program youre investing in networking events mentorship opportunities digital outreach strategic partnerships and fact-based research all designed to empower the next generation of policy leaders. But dont just take our word for it. Watch the video below to hear directly from a few of our Young Professionals about how being part of our network of over [---] peers has made a difference in their lives. Then follow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1919874748529414343)  2025-05-06T21:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Gov. Ferguson in spite of some positive bills may have killed Washington's housing market"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1921204830988579107)  2025-05-10T14:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Thanks to the new rent control bill landlords are already fleeing Washington state"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1922425228723949905)  2025-05-13T22:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"While Washington ADOPTS rent control policies Argentina improved its housing market by REJECTING them. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1923044295168131127)  2025-05-15T15:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"On the 100th anniversary of one of the country's landmark Supreme Court cases affirming parental rights in education it's perversely ironic that Gov. Ferguson and most state lawmakers are perpetuating the fallacy that Washington parents are a clear and present danger to students' safety security and success in school. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/a-century-later-washington-state-fails-parental-rights https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/a-century-later-washington-state-fails-parental-rights"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1928511791232946241)  2025-05-30T18:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Jeb Shepard director of policy at Washington State Medical Association told the board We continue to witness a troubling disconnect between the states stated goal of controlling health care costs and policy decisions that directly undermine that goal. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-lawmakers-need-to-examine-their-role-in-health-care-cost-increases https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-lawmakers-need-to-examine-their-role-in-health-care-cost-increases"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1932498091195654527)  2025-06-10T18:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"President Trump's recent action has positive impacts from energy costs to salmon recovery. Thanks this action we can focus our efforts on real ways to help preserve salmon and provide clean renewable energy for Washington state. https://youtu.be/xj86hpPdebM https://youtu.be/xj86hpPdebM"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1933298145439424848)  2025-06-12T22:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Microsoft hasn't been shy about the need to potentially relocate employees as a consequence of the policies coming out of the legislature. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1933585831735779407)  2025-06-13T18:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"From 6th in the nation to 45th in business friendliness 21% higher gas prices than average 60% of math students not on track and even more stats show that our leaders policies AREN'T WORKING for Washington state. Here's what we can do. https://youtu.be/p7_nGZMRnOc https://youtu.be/p7_nGZMRnOc"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1935400853881459113)  2025-06-18T18:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"For nearly [---] years the United States has been a beacon of hope to those who value freedom merit-based success and excellence. Beginning tomorrow we'll be sharing the stories of those who celebrate and love America because of the opportunities it has given them. Gallup data show pride in being American continues to decline But America continues to provide freedom and opportunity that is unmatched. Tomorrow @WAPolicyCenter launches a series that rebuts the absurd claim that we shouldnt be proud of American ideals. #waleg #America250 https://t.co/OQzFIK4920 Gallup data show pride in being"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1940568119459958989)  2025-07-03T00:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"You'll be able to find all our videos as they release as well as support us in our work at http://washingtonpolicy.org/freedom http://washingtonpolicy.org/freedom"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1940568120877633872)  2025-07-03T00:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Happy Independence Day America is worth celebrating and we're proud to be a part of upholding the values that have made the United States the greatest country on earth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1941180205759910245)  2025-07-04T17:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


""For all this country's differences culturally and politically we can still express our opinions in public spaces and go home to our beds and sleep feeling safe." Mariya Frost recounts her family's escape from the oppression of the Russian government and why they are American By Choice: https://youtu.be/hgGYBgBIPcQ https://youtu.be/hgGYBgBIPcQ"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1942252296642978123)  2025-07-07T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Electric vehicle sales are .6% higher than they were last year. That is not the progress some would like to see. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ev-sales-in-washington-state-continue-to-stall https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/ev-sales-in-washington-state-continue-to-stall"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1943369655994798244)  2025-07-10T18:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Seattle is now one of the most expensive places in the country to catch a ride from Lyft or Uber. Here's how: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/why-seattles-regulations-have-driven-up-uber-and-lyft-prices https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/why-seattles-regulations-have-driven-up-uber-and-lyft-prices"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1947398896319090922)  2025-07-21T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Next week we'll be welcoming Dr. Robert Marbut back on WPC on the Go We'll discuss his new project on homelessness and the progress Spokane can make. Make sure to sign up for free"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1949888003633033460)  2025-07-28T17:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Register here: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-august-5 https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-august-5"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1949888024445136927)  2025-07-28T17:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


""Governor Bob Ferguson now has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring free school choice to Washington state and ensure virtually all families who want them can have private educational options." https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/will-free-school-choice-come-to-washington-state https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/will-free-school-choice-come-to-washington-state"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1950267552497652108)  2025-07-29T18:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"An extremely small minority of self-employed workers have opted into the WA Cares program. The Employment Security Department confirmed that just [----] individuals had despite an aggressive marketing campaign over the last several years. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/harming-workers-one-payroll-tax-at-a-time-wa-cares-wants-wages-a-caregiver-needs-to-keep-caregiving https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/harming-workers-one-payroll-tax-at-a-time-wa-cares-wants-wages-a-caregiver-needs-to-keep-caregiving"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1951719541647552804)  2025-08-02T18:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Health care is expensive. It needs to be prioritized by governments and individuals but many seem more keen on playing the blame game than encouraging innovation. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/health-care-reforms-will-hurt-more-if-washington-state-doesnt-get-more-on-board https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/health-care-reforms-will-hurt-more-if-washington-state-doesnt-get-more-on-board"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1957850036382916708)  2025-08-19T16:59Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Why does Washington State insist on repeating the same failed strategy Government-run health care doesn't work as many states have found out #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1957957613208900079)  2025-08-20T00:07Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"As AG Brown sues the Trump Administration for capping the amount of federal funds that can be used to pay for administrative and staffing costs. Ironically the legislature has capped administrative costs below the level set by the Trump Administration. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-ag-sues-trump-administration-for-doing-what-wa-state-also-does https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/state-ag-sues-trump-administration-for-doing-what-wa-state-also-does"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1958559747033968940)  2025-08-21T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Drama is brewing in Tacoma as supporters of the $20 minimum wage initiative are suing the government agencies involved for missing a deadline which would have allowed it to appear on the November ballot. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/the-tacoma-democratic-socialists-have-sued-pierce-county-the-city-of-tacoma-and-the-pierce-county-auditor-for-missing-a-critical-deadline-on-a-20-minimum-wage-initiative"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1958997586515304601)  2025-08-22T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Federal law doesn't mandate cash acceptance. The Federal Reserve states there's "no federal statute mandating that a private business a person or an organization must accept currency or coins as payment for goods or services." However this freedom doesn't mean cashless policies are harmless. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/why-retailers-in-washington-should-embrace-cash https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/why-retailers-in-washington-should-embrace-cash"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1960391041812402445)  2025-08-26T17:17Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Given the global environment today New World Screwworms have always been a threat to the U.S. cattle herd. Confirmation of the insect being found in a person in Maryland who had traveled from Guatemala should put livestock raisers on alert. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/new-world-screwworms-are-here-sort-of-now-what https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/new-world-screwworms-are-here-sort-of-now-what"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1961501906351649087)  2025-08-29T18:51Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Washington state can partner with the federal government to help better take care of forests that are being neglected and causing forest fires. Todd Myers' latest study highlights how: https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/making-pacific-northwest-forests-healthy-using-good-neighbor-authority https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/making-pacific-northwest-forests-healthy-using-good-neighbor-authority"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1968388135466811807)  2025-09-17T18:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A new tax set to take place in a few days could devastate businesses across Washington state. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/washingtons-digital-advertising-tax-an-assault-on-innovation https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/washingtons-digital-advertising-tax-an-assault-on-innovation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1969129291960000738)  2025-09-19T19:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"In Washington state style Gov. Bob Ferguson has promised not to let Planned Parenthood feel the pain of losing federal funding in Washington state pain that could amount to more than $11 million. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/replacing-federal-funds-for-planned-parenthood-will-add-to-states-overspending-woes https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/replacing-federal-funds-for-planned-parenthood-will-add-to-states-overspending-woes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1970216148474945722)  2025-09-22T19:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"In the recent past Washington has had four serious bridge and infrastructure closures that question the ability of our Department of Transportation's ability to serve the state's needs. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/bridges-budgets-and-transportation-system-resilience https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/bridges-budgets-and-transportation-system-resilience"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1973100530042859920)  2025-09-30T18:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"ICYMI: @WAFDbank President & CEO Brent Beardall joined WPC on the Go to talk about how business leaders are reacting to the new taxes and regulations in Washington state and how we can stand up and push back. https://youtu.be/TRRWU8bK8BY https://youtu.be/TRRWU8bK8BY"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1973498235189592238)  2025-10-01T21:20Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This is a MUST READ. Washington commissioned a study to prove the effectiveness of the plastic bag ban policy from [----]. But when the study highlighted the opposite and that the ban was causing MORE harm to the environment the Departments of Commerce and Ecology scrambled to attach a rebuttal to their own commissioned study. http://washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/commissioned-then-canceled-agencies-discredit-their-own-plastic-bag-study http://washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/commissioned-then-canceled-agencies-discredit-their-own-plastic-bag-study"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1973811657978646720)  2025-10-02T18:05Z [----] followers, 30.7K engagements


"An incredible night in policy for Washington state Thanks to all for coming out to our Spokane event and hearing from our incredible speakers of Dr. Robert Marbut Annie Young-Scrivner and Steven Moore - and thanks to @WAPolicyGreen for wearing his jersey to make sure the Mariners secured their win (eventually)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/1977052268362187091)  2025-10-11T16:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Does gambling our state's climate strategy on false hope sound like a good idea Latest on @GovInslee climate policy: http://t.co/Nsjga3Sws0 http://washingtonpolicy.org/blog/post/congressional-budget-office-undermines-key-assumption-governors-low-carbon-fuel-standard http://washingtonpolicy.org/blog/post/congressional-budget-office-undermines-key-assumption-governors-low-carbon-fuel-standard"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/486244944189739008)  2014-07-07T20:26Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Jason Mercier has a most interesting blog post on the truth behind the push for a capital gains tax. #WALEG #incometax http://bit.ly/2knYNmf http://bit.ly/2knYNmf"  
[X Link](https://x.com/WAPolicyCenter/status/940308909322944512)  2017-12-11T19:54Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Even while the Senate passed the income tax yesterday legislators are realizing that people do in fact respond to massive tax increases by leaving and are considering rolling back the estate tax increase from last year. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/democrats-signal-retreat-on-the-death-tax-as-exodus-fears-mount https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/democrats-signal-retreat-on-the-death-tax-as-exodus-fears-mount"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023813618668540092)  2026-02-17T17:35Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: The Senate just passed the unconstitutional starter income tax in Washington state. It will now proceed to the House of Representatives"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023569631647023498)  2026-02-17T01:26Z [----] followers, 23K engagements


"Even on a holiday weekend our researchers are hard at work tracking what the legislature will be doing this week. Watch Todd's update to know what to expect during this busy week: https://youtu.be/pEqgm_AuYz4 https://youtu.be/pEqgm_AuYz4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023412123741655500)  2026-02-16T15:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Watch WPC's Paul Guppy on The Seattle Channel talking about how the income tax fails to address the problems it purports to solve: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=bov7SKk3aMA https://www.youtube.com/watchv=bov7SKk3aMA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022443225445716397)  2026-02-13T22:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


""We need legislators who are willing to slow down prioritize and focus on the reforms that truly matter for our futurewith the deliberation and inclusion which are parts of representative government." https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/theres-nothing-short-about-a-short-session-anymore https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/theres-nothing-short-about-a-short-session-anymore"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022355114351104052)  2026-02-13T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"House Bill [----] is a favor to unions at the expense of taxpayers and also violates employee privacy and makes it easier to keep public employees in the dark about their right to join or not join a union. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/another-favor-for-unions-at-the-expense-of-taxpayers-workers https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/another-favor-for-unions-at-the-expense-of-taxpayers-workers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021992734668607619)  2026-02-12T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"If you believe the income tax won't expand to lower incomes than millionaire's there's easy money for you in @WAPolicyGreen's wager:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021775892687794342)  2026-02-12T02:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/if-its-only-millionaires-why-not-bet-on-it https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/if-its-only-millionaires-why-not-bet-on-it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021776306221035749)  2026-02-12T02:40Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Legislators: stop the rhetoric and stand up to your caucus chairs that are driving this agenda. Work together across the aisle to create legislation that supports a stable business environment and focus on growing the economy here for all of Washington's residents. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/business-is-already-leaving-washington-i-spoke-to-some-owners-and-they-explained-why https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/business-is-already-leaving-washington-i-spoke-to-some-owners-and-they-explained-why"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021690693609979967)  2026-02-11T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Ultimately Senate Bill [----] does not transfer power from employers to farmworkers it gives power to unions to the detriment of farmworkers. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/sb-6045-transfers-power-from-farmworkers-to-unions https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/sb-6045-transfers-power-from-farmworkers-to-unions"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021660553001800142)  2026-02-11T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Adding the expertise of a lifelong innovator and entrepreneur with Dr. Schweitzers track record of industry success is such a special opportunity said WPC President and CEO Steven Hatting. We're excited to welcome Dr. Ed Schweitzer to the WPC team https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/dr-edmund-o-schweitzer-iii-entrepreneur-inventor-who-revolutionized-the-energy-industry-named-wpc-2026-visiting-fellow https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/dr-edmund-o-schweitzer-iii-entrepreneur-inventor-who-revolutionized-the-energy-industry-named-wpc-2026-visiting-fellow"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021328309485756903)  2026-02-10T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"When a policy idea is sound the facts speak for themselves. But when a policy idea is bad it has to be sold often using tactics and messaging designed to obscure the truth. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/fact-checking-pro-income-tax-claims https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/publications/detail/fact-checking-pro-income-tax-claims"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021298138338705875)  2026-02-10T19:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"RT @Frost_RyanW: Some small amendments made to the income tax bill which now heads to Senate Rules after passing Ways & Means just a few m"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021118065400770749)  2026-02-10T07:04Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Some small amendments made to the income tax bill which now heads to Senate Rules after passing Ways & Means just a few moments ago. #waleg Increases the distribution amount for public defense services from 5% to 7% Allocates 10% of the revenues for public defense services to cities and provides an alternate distribution mechanism for counties Increases the charitable deduction from $50000 to $100000 Specifies that income excluded from federal AGI including tribal treaty income is also exempt from the state tax calculation unless a specific provision in state law requires otherwise Authorizes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021002753280213459)  2026-02-09T23:26Z [---] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING The Senate Ways and Means Committee has PASSED the unconstitutional income tax bill (SB 6346). It goes to the Senate Floor. #waleg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2021000170692096231)  2026-02-09T23:16Z [----] followers, 18.8K engagements


"Since [----] public disclosure requests have revealed emails detailing legislators' plans to pass an unconstitutional income tax. Now when asked directly about whether or not the "millionaires tax" will stay only on millionaires they can't even bring themselves to answer "yes." It's simple: every income tax in the country has expanded from beyond just high earners this one will be no different. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020966414270779555 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020966414270779555"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2020966414270779555)  2026-02-09T21:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"h/t @BrandiKruse"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2020973774947090827)  2026-02-09T21:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The income tax hearing was on Friday and much of this week will be dedicated toward this and other fiscal bills. @WAPolicyGreen brings the latest updates on the hearing and the future of this income tax: https://youtu.be/PJdG35XvhkA https://youtu.be/PJdG35XvhkA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2020943737791377496)  2026-02-09T19:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The income tax would have devastating consequences across Washington state including the startup community. Join us for our live event tomorrow where we'll be discussing the events of the income tax hearings and talking with special guest @joewallin on how this tax would hurt businesses and innovators. https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-february-10 https://www.washingtonpolicy.org/events/detail/washington-policy-on-the-go-february-10"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2020911233940041923)  2026-02-09T17:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements

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