An announcement from our executive director
July 23, 2024
Fines and fees are a harmful and ineffective source of revenue for Washington courts
A recent report highlights the need for a new funding mechanism
By Molly Webster | June 18, 2024
The IRS Direct File program presents an opportunity to make sure fewer people miss out on their Working Families Tax Credit
A small investment in this federal tax filing program would make claiming the Working Families Tax Credit virtually automatic
By Leila Reynolds | June 12, 2024
Newly arrived refugees and asylum seekers are essential to Washington
Local and state governments must provide them with adequate services and support their integration into our communities and economy
By Kaitie Dong | June 04, 2024
Statement on new estimates for 2024’s capital gains tax revenues
The capital gains excise tax is an essential funding source for early learning and education
By Misha Werschkul | May 22, 2024
The 2024 legislative session’s small victories
The enacted supplemental budget allocates amounts for many of our legislative priorities, although less than needed
By Molly Webster | April 04, 2024
Visualizing the Working Families Tax Credit’s first-year impact
The successes and shortcomings of Washington's state tax credit in 2023
By Molly Webster | March 11, 2024
Legislative budget proposals miss the mark
Lawmakers fail to include funding to promote economic justice
By Molly Webster | February 29, 2024