WA income tax passes Senate, Ferguson expected to sign into law - The Seattle Times
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Washington state's income tax bill passed the Senate and is expected to be signed into law.
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Washington residents may face a new income tax if the bill is signed into law.
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The Washington state Senate passed an income tax bill that Governor-elect Bob Ferguson is expected to sign into law. The legislation would establish the state's first income tax, marking a significant shift for Washington which currently relies heavily on sales and property taxes.
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