 Income tax opponents gather for a photo, Feb. 2026
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State budget proposals
Washington can’t afford it
Affordable solutions for Washington
Income tax: Unpopular, unconstitutional
Press Releases:
STATEMENT: Republican leaders on proposed Senate operating budget: Too much spending, wrong priorities, and unsustainable
STATEMENT: Republicans continue push for affordability amid wave of tax proposals
Income tax sets another state record for most unpopular bill ahead of hearing
Republican leaders on budget: Too much spending, wrong priorities, unsustainable
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Former AG Rob McKenna Eviscerates the Income Tax Bill (SB 6346)
Thank You for Signing-in CON/PRO on Key Bills This Year!
Commission Appointed by WA Democrats Vote to Lower Penalties for Sex Offenders
Another $1 BILLION Wasted
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Concerned Citizen Tears Income Tax Bill Apart (SB 6346)
Elephant in the Done Podcast on the Budget and the Unaffordable & Unconstitutional Income Tax Bill (SB 6346)
NO INCOME TAX
Lies From Gov. Bob Ferguson
Spokane County Sheriff Speaks Against Anti-Sheriff Bill (SB 5974)
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The Truth About the "Millionaire’s Tax"
Dark Week in Olympia. The Fight is Not Over!
Podcasts:
The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Fentanyl, families, and the fight for child safety
Mighty 8th Podcast: Income tax debate, FAFSA fix, and fertilizer innovation
Audio:
AUDIO: Republican Budget leader on proposed Senate operating budget: Too much spending, wrong priorities, and unsustainable
AUDIO: Senate releases 2026 capital budget proposal
AUDIO: Sen. Wagoner criticizes income tax plan and budget moves in Olympia on KGMI Radio
AUDIO: KOMW: Seventh District lawmakers push back on income tax, budget growth, and rural impacts
AUDIO: Sen. Goehner highlights income tax opposition, budget concerns, and local project funding on KOZI Radio
Videos:
Republican legislative leaders critique taxes, spending, and budget priorities
Former Attorney General Rob McKenna: SB 6346 violates Washington’s Constitution
Sen. Mark Schoesler 2026 session week 7 update
AGC’s Michelle Willms: SB 6346 would tax contractors’ working capital
7th District resident Brittany Ingalls testifies against SB 6346
Ethnic Chambers Coalition’s Mike Sotelo opposes SB 6346
Bellevue union contractor warns SB 6346 would slow hiring and investment
Sen. Phil Fortunato: What happens when the clock strikes 5 p.m. on house of origin cutoff day?
Bad bills to watch:
SB 5855 Police Face Masks (Valdez): Prohibits law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings while performing their duties. Supporters argue it increases transparency and accountability, but opponents note the bill is aimed in part at federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, over whom the state has no authority under the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution. Critics warn the policy would expose officers’ identities to violent protesters, potentially putting them and their families at risk of retaliation at a time when assaults on officers have increased. The bill would also allow individuals to sue officers for wearing a mask during an interaction, unless the officer is otherwise compliant with existing identification requirements. A similar law in California (SB 627) was overturned in court, raising concerns that Washington taxpayers could bear the cost of defending a measure that may ultimately be found unconstitutional.
SB 5974 Removing Elected Sheriffs (Lovick): Authorizes a state-level, unelected oversight body to decertify and effectively remove county sheriffs who were elected by local voters. Supporters say the measure strengthens accountability standards, but opponents argue it shifts power away from the electorate and into a bureaucracy that answers to the governor. Critics contend the proposal undermines the will of county voters and could place sheriffs in an untenable position — forced to choose between enforcing state laws that may conflict with federal law or constitutional provisions they are sworn to uphold. They also warn the state could spend significant taxpayer dollars defending the law if it is challenged as unconstitutional under the U.S. Constitution.
SB 6346 Income Tax (Pedersen): Establishes a new state income tax starting at 9.9% on income over $1 million, projected to raise roughly $4 billion per year while returning only a small share in tax reductions. Opponents argue the tax is framed as targeting only high earners but creates a precedent for a broader income tax that could be expanded over time, adds a new revenue stream without significant offsetting relief, and includes provisions that limit voter referendum options. Critics also say the proposal increases long-term tax burdens, risks Washington’s competitive advantage as a no-income-tax state, and directs most new revenue to government spending rather than meaningful tax reform.
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