Creating a local sales and use tax.

 H-0288.1

HOUSE BILL 1100

State of Washington

69th Legislature

2025 Regular Session

By Representative Jacobsen

Prefiled 12/19/24. Read first time 01/13/25. Referred to Committee on Finance.

AN ACT Relating to creating a local sales and use tax; adding a new section to chapter 82.14 RCW; creating a new section; and providing an effective date.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:

NEW SECTION. Sec. 1. (1) The legislature finds that cities and counties across Washington state are experiencing significant financial challenges, driven by rising costs for essential services such as public safety, infrastructure maintenance, and social services. These pressures have made it increasingly difficult for local governments to meet the needs of their communities effectively.

(2) The legislature further finds that inflation and rising costs are placing additional financial strain on consumers. Families across the state are grappling with tighter budgets, making it more critical than ever to implement policies that avoid placing additional financial burdens on individuals and households.