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Washington State Unveils New Laws and Tax Increases for 2026

12/31/2025

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Washington state will implement several new laws on January 1, 2026, including unemployment benefits for striking workers up to six weeks and a right to repair law for electronics.
A 0.5% tax will apply to businesses with more than $250 million in income to address a budget shortfall.
Rental car taxes will increase.
Fees on vehicle registrations and sales will rise.
A nicotine tax on emerging products will be introduced.

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Story summary

Washington state will implement several new laws on January 1, 2026, including unemployment benefits for striking workers up to six weeks and a right to repair law for electronics.
A 0.5% tax will apply to businesses with more than $250 million in income to address a budget shortfall.
Rental car taxes will increase.
Fees on vehicle registrations and sales will rise.
A nicotine tax on emerging products will be introduced.