Washington In Focus Daily | 4.13.26 | Income Tax Backlash & Anti-Theft Funding Cut

Washington In Focus Daily | 4.13.26 | Income Tax Backlash & Anti-Theft Funding Cut

A major legal battle is underway in Washington State after a new income tax law was signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson—and now it’s being challenged in court. A coalition including the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), former Attorney General Rob McKenna, and former State Supreme Court Justice Phil Talmage has filed a lawsuit arguing the tax violates the Washington Constitution. Critics warn the 9.9% tax on income above $1 million could hit small businesses harder than expected—especially those structured as pass-through entities, where business income is taxed as personal income. Meanwhile, controversy is growing over Gov. Ferguson’s last-minute veto of $500,000 in funding aimed at combating organized retail theft—despite rising crime and billions in losses for retailers statewide. In this episode of Washington In Focus Daily, we break down: The income tax lawsuit and constitutional arguments Why small businesses say they could be impacted Concerns about future income tax expansion The retail theft crisis in Washington Why the veto is drawing backlash from lawmakers and retailers Stay informed on the biggest policy battles shaping Washington State.

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