New year, new Washington laws, new legislative session
Jan 08, 2026•18 min
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Episode description
From new transportation fees to requirements for closed captions in movie theaters, you might have already noticed the effects of several new laws and taxes with a January 1 start date.
And we’re about to begin a new legislative session on Monday, January 12th.
In Olympia, lawmakers are facing a yawning budget shortfall and uncertain funding from the federal government.
We review the new laws we need to follow and preview the upcoming session.
GUESTS
- Jake Goldstein-Street, reporting, Washington State Standard
RELATED LINKS
- Gerrymander Washington state? Democrats want to talk about it - KUOW
- These new laws and taxes take effect in Washington state on Jan. 1 - Washington State Standard
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