Washington State's Historic Income Tax, Education Cuts, and More
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Washington states 2026 legislative session concluded with a dramatic fire alarm evacuation, but lawmakers persevered to pass a historic income tax on earnings over $1 million. The session also addressed education funding, cutting child care subsidies and preschool slots, but allocating revenue for universal free breakfast and lunch for all public school students. Governor Bob Ferguson praised investments in infrastructure, housing, and the millionaire tax, while several bills still face hurdles, including the income tax likely heading to court and ballot fights on transgender athletes and parents rights.
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