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House passes substitute bill changing local tax authorities after partisan floor debate
Summary
The Washington State House passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 24 42 after floor debate and a roll-call vote (53–44). Debate centered on whether certain local tax increases should require voter approval or remain councilmanic decisions; multiple amendments were considered and several were adopted.
Engrossed Substitute House Bill 24 42 cleared the Washington State House after a contentious floor debate that focused on local tax authority and the scope of councilmanic (nonvoter) tax increases. The bill, which the Clerk said "takes effect 07/01/2026," advanced on a 53–44 roll-call vote with one member excused.
Proponents of a voter-approval requirement said the change would give residents a direct say on new local tax increases. "The effect of this amendment is to remove the councilmanic authority for, the…
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