During a recent government meeting, public comment was opened with a total of 14 speakers scheduled to address the assembly, including 10 in-person and 4 remote participants. Each speaker was initially allotted one minute to present their remarks, but this was later amended to two minutes each to allow for more comprehensive feedback.

The first speaker, Tim Iman, raised significant concerns regarding the legality of a proposed capital gains tax in light of a new state law, Initiative 2111. This law, which received overwhelming support from the state legislature—78% of House members and 76% of state senators—took effect on June 6th. Iman emphasized that the law explicitly prohibits any form of personal income tax at the state or local level, including cities and counties. He urged the assembly to recognize the implications of this legislation, suggesting that any attempts to impose a capital gains tax would be in direct violation of the new law.

Iman's comments reflect growing frustration among constituents regarding perceived disregard for established laws by elected officials. The meeting highlighted the ongoing debate surrounding taxation policies in Washington State, with public sentiment increasingly focused on legal compliance and accountability from lawmakers.