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Washington Farm Bureau Asks Lawmakers To Settle Ag Fuel Dispute
The Washington Farm Bureau is urging state lawmakers to address a multi-million-dollar dispute with the Department of Ecology over a tax exemption for fuels used for agricultural purposes and transporting agricultural products on public highways.

Washington’s family, medical leave rates to drop slightly in 2024
(The Center Square) – Workers and larger employers in Washington will see slightly lower deductions in 2024 to fund the state’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program.
Beginning Jan. 1, the premium rate will drop to 0.74% from this year’s rate of 0.8%, the state Emp...