Washington has no personal or corporate income tax, instead using a Business & Occupation (B&O) tax on gross receipts. The state is home to major tech companies and offers a strong innovation ecosystem.
Minimum wage $16.28/hr. Paid family and medical leave. Paid sick leave. Long-term care payroll tax (WA Cares).
No income tax. B&O tax 0.138-1.5% on gross receipts. 6.5% sales tax plus local. Capital gains tax on high earners.
Ecology oversees environmental compliance. Climate Commitment Act cap-and-trade. Strict water and salmon protections.
Tech industry regulations. Cannabis licensing through LCB. My Health My Data privacy act. Seattle-specific ordinances.
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