WA businesses preparing for new retail sales taxes to hit consumers Oct 1

Washington businesses face new retail sales taxes starting Oct. 1 under ESSB 5814, adding costs for services like advertising and IT. Lawmakers say the increases fund essential services, but critics warn of higher living expenses and business uncertainty. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-businesses-preparing-for-new-retail-sales-taxes-to-hit-consumers-oct-1/ #WashingtonState #RetailSalesTax #ESSB5814 #ConsumerCosts #BusinessImpact #StateBudget #TaxHikes