Tax Break Transparency & Accountability
Washington state has almost 700 tax breaks – many of which are outdated, have no proven benefits, and do not receive review from lawmakers. Unnecessary tax giveaways are depriving our communities of billions of dollars and funneling money to corporations and special interests.
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Blog Post Reflecting on progress and big questions after session
Video/Webinar Five Fast Facts on why lawmakers should reject tax cuts
Fact Sheet Wasteful tax cuts would undermine Washington’s recovery
Fact Sheet Closing the Tax Break on Capital Gains for an Equitable Recovery
Blog Post Predatory investors are trying to rip off Washington state
Blog Post Five essential truths about our state tax code
Video/Webinar House testimony on business and occupation tax breaks
Video/Webinar Senate testimony on tax break transparency and accountability
Blog Post Revenue Package Not Built to Last Over the Long Term
Blog Post Governor’s Veto of Unnecessary, Short-Sighted Tax Giveaway Is the Right Move for Washington’s Future
Blog Post Three Reasons Why a New Tax Break for Manufacturers Is Bad for Washington State
Blog Post Guest Post: Kansas Experiment Yields Valuable Lessons in Why State Investments Are Essential
Blog Post Don’t Let the Talking Points Fool You: Senate Republicans’ Budget Proposal Is a House of Cards
Blog Post Washington Should Invest in Thriving Communities Instead of Paying Out Special Interest Tax Breaks
Blog Post Our New Revenue Reform Plan Would Hold Lawmakers Accountable to Communities
Blog Post Senate Budget Includes Massive Tax Giveaway to Giant Media Corporations
Blog Post Corporate Tax Break Accountability Proposals are Good for Washington’s Economy
Blog Post Report: To Create Jobs, Invest in the Success of ‘Home-Grown’ Businesses
Blog Post Requiring Greater Accountability for Boeing Tax Breaks Should Remain a Priority
Blog Post In Support of the House’s Revenue Proposals
Blog Post Bill to Improve State Tax Break Transparency Receives Public Hearing
Blog Post Corporate Tax Dodge Findings Show Need for Reforms in Washington State
Blog Post Improved Tax Break Accountability Starts With Better Data
Blog Post Let The Sun Set On An Ineffective Tax Break For High-Tech Businesses
Blog Post Overview of Proposed Boeing Tax Breaks and Accountability Measures
Brief/Report Washington State’s 1930s Tax System Doesn’t Work In A 21st Century Economy
Blog Post Session Recap: Important Tax Break Reforms Enacted
Blog Post Jobs and Education Should Prevail Over Tax Breaks
Blog Post Tax Increases? Where?
Blog Post New tax break audit report: A valuable but limited tool
Blog Post The sun sets on two tax breaks (500 more escape scrutiny)
Blog Post The case for state spending guidelines — no matter the source