Critics Says WA Bill to Dissolve, Reinstate Pension Plan Would 'Set a Precedent'

Critics says WA bill to dissolve, reinstate pension plan would 'set a precedent'

(The Center Square) A pension advocacy group is threatening a lawsuit if the state Legislature passes a bill to take money from a pension plan, which is projected to be overfunded and closed to new members, to fill in budget…

Internal emails reveal the real plan for a statewide income tax

Ryan Frost argues internal emails show a multi-step strategy toward a statewide progressive income tax in Washington.

WA House Democrats Unveil Supplemental Budget Featuring Income Tax Push, Pension Raid

House Democrats released their proposed supplemental budget Sunday, drawing sharp criticism from Republicans who say the plan raises taxes, deepens deficits, and raids dedicated funds to sustain spending growth. The proposal increases spending by roughly $2 billion, relies on nearly $2 billion in new taxes over the next four years, and spends more than projected revenue, according to House Republican Budget Leader Rep. Travis Couture (R-Allyn). …