WA considers major tobacco, vapor product tax hikes, raising flags around smuggling

State lawmakers heard testimony Friday on a proposal to increase Washington’s cigarette tax by 66% while amending a separate ...
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Washington Adopts New "Luxury Taxes" on Motor Vehicles, Watercraft, and Aircraft Beginning in 2026

Washington state has enacted sweeping new taxes on high-value vehicles, recreational watercraft, and noncommercial aircraft under Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5801 (ESSB 5801), signed into law in ...
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Washington's 95% nicotine tax forces vape shops to prepare for major price increases

SPOKANE, Wash. — Washington state will implement a 95% excise tax on all tobacco and nicotine products in 2026, creating significant financial challenges for local vape shops and expected price hikes ...
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WA Democratic lawmaker unveils proposed tax on big businesses

Washington state Democratic lawmakers are mulling plans for new taxes to help the state resolve a persistent budget shortfall. On Dec. 2, first-term state Rep. Shaun Scott of Seattle held a news ...