Washington State Republicans filed a lawsuit against fiscal impact statements on tax-related initiative ballots, arguing they are not taxes or fees.

Washington State Republicans, including Rep. Jim Walsh, filed a lawsuit claiming fiscal impact statements on ballots for tax-related initiatives should not apply. They argue that the initiatives, which include repealing a capital gains tax and overturning the Climate Commitment Act, are not taxes or fees under the law. Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson's office responded, stating that the public has a right to know the fiscal impacts of these initiatives. A hearing is scheduled for June 7.

June 05, 2024
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