The Washington State Senate today passed Senate Bill 6143, which would create or raise 21 separate taxes, including the state’s business and occupations tax. This is the second time the Senate has passed the massive tax bill due to the Legislature currently being in special session until the majority can agree on a budget.

Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima, and former small business owner, issued this statement after the measure passed by a vote of 25-18. Continue reading →