Opinion: Proposed tax hikes would wallop Washington businesses
The warning signs are flashing for Washington’s economy. A new survey of Washington employers shows rapidly rising concern about the likelihood of a recession in the next 12 months, widespread concern about negative impacts from tariffs and serious challenges posed by the state’s existing taxes and regulations. And yet lawmakers in Olympia are on the verge of passing some of the largest tax increases in state history before this year’s legislative session is set to adjourn Sunday. It’s…

