Legislative Report By Boswell Consulting The legislature has now passed the half-way point of the 105-day session. As we approach the March 12 house of origin cutoff, some bills will not advance due to the high volume of proposed legislation and the session’s tight...
Despite a decade of increasing state revenue, overspending by state officials has left us with a projected $15 billion budget deficit over the next four years. This deficit is not due to a recession, as it was in 2009; it is also not due to declining revenues. It is...
Legislative Report By Boswell Consulting The legislature now has less than 40 days remaining in the 2025 session. Bills must now move forward in the opposite chamber, progressing through policy and fiscal committees. The opposite house policy cutoff is next week, and...
The 2024 Legislative Session starts Jan. 8 and is scheduled to conclude on March 7. This year, the legislature will work on a supplemental budget, adjusting for current economic...
Special Note: Does your company pay Seattle's Payroll Expense Tax? If you have any questions or concerns, email us here. Last month, the Seattle City Council voted to increase the...
At the Seattle Metro Chamber, we’re focused both on addressing current needs and planning for long-term investments that support our region’s economy. For transportation, that means...
Over the next four weeks, the Seattle City Council will deliberate and finalize the mid-year biennial budget, which includes a $1.7 million proposed investment for a new crime...
At the Seattle Metro Chamber, we believe transportation is one of the most important things to get right for our community’s long-term health and success. We know the public cares...
The Seattle Metro Chamber’s state legislative team Boswell Consulting compiled this report on key issues and upcoming elections. Key Elections to Watch Update: Regional 2023 Elections...
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Today's featured member, Dr. Gillian Marshall, owner and principal of Dynamic and Innovative Research Solutions, says her company is a social and behavioral science research and...
Today's featured member, Natalie Quick, President and CEO of Natalie Quick Consulting, says her public affairs company focuses on solving problems for you. Tell us about your business...
Comcast RISE – Elevating small businesses is back in King County and more small businesses are applying each day. Key Dates Application Window: May 1-31, 2025 Recipients...
Today's featured members, Sean Fay and Justin Fay, Co-owners and Co-CEOs of Quick ’n Brite say it is a powerful, biodegradable, and non-toxic all-purpose cleaner made in the USA right...
Today's featured member, Mike Tsega G., founder/CEO of Shewa-Ber says it's a delightful Ethiopian restaurant and bar located in Seattle. Tell us about your business We offer an...
Comcast RISE is supporting the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs committed to uplifting their local communities. The program is built to help businesses and their...
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