Oppose HB 1319 – A New Wealth Tax on Washington Residents

Oppose HB 1319 – A New Wealth Tax on Washington Residents

Lakewood Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Policy PositionOpposes HB 1319 – A New Wealth Tax on Washington ResidentsJanuary 28, 2025 House Bill 1319 proposes a 1% annual tax on worldwide financial intangible assets exceeding $100 million, targeting approximately 3,400 of Washington’s wealthiest residents. While the bill’s stated goals include...

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Digital Etiquette Tips

Digital Etiquette Tips

Internetting ain’t easy. There are all sorts of digital quagmires we get ourselves into putting words onto a screen and hitting send or post. It’s a tricky time navigating communication across the digital world. Since Emily Post is busy sorting out which fork goes where, it’s time we turn...

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Don’t Have Time for Events. A Chamber Membership Is Worth a Lot More Than That

Don't Have Time for Events. A Chamber Membership Is Worth a Lot More Than That

When I speak to some businesses about their lapsed membership in their local chamber, it often sounds like their talking about a gym membership. “I didn’t really go to anything” or “I didn’t use it.” Or the businesses that have never been a member think every community should have...

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