Washington State Investment Report – February 2026

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• 2026

2026 Legislative Outcomes

The 2026 legislative session has adjourned following one of the most contentious debates in recent years, driven by a projected budget shortfall and resulting in major fiscal changes, including a new income tax on high earners. Lawmakers finalized a broad set of tax, budget, and policy decisions in the final days, balancing competing priorities under […]

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• 2026

Washington State Investment Report – February 2026

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• 2026

Policy Blog – March 23, 2026 – 2026 Legislative Session Recap: Budget, Tax, and Life Science Industry Outcomes

The 2026 legislative session adjourned following one of the most contentious debates in recent years, driven by a projected budget shortfall and culminating in the passage of a new income tax on high earners alongside several other major fiscal changes. As lawmakers negotiated final spending decisions, Life Science Washington remained actively engaged to protect key […]

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Policy Blog – March 16, 2026 – Legislature Adjourns After Contentious Session Marked by Tax Debate and Budget Battles

The 2026 legislative session concluded Thursday evening at 8:24 PM, bringing to a close one of the most contentious sessions in recent years. What began in January as a debate over how to address a projected $2.3B budget shortfall quickly evolved into a broader fight over taxes and spending, culminating in the passage of the […]