Understanding the Small Business Tax Benefits in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Understanding the Small Business Tax Benefits in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Understanding the Small Business Tax Benefits in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act As many of you know, we were strong supporters of the tax provisions included in the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This landmark legislation contains several measures designed to provide relief and opportunity...

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Opposition to HB 1921: Proposed Road Usage Charge Program

Opposition to HB 1921: Proposed Road Usage Charge Program

Lakewood Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Policy Position StatementOpposition to HB 1921: Proposed Road Usage Charge Program2/11/2025 The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors strongly opposes HB 1921, the proposed Road Usage Charge Program. While we recognize the need for sustainable infrastructure funding, this legislation places an excessive...

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Oppose SB 5578 and HB 1764 – Unaffordable Wage and Leave Mandates

Oppose SB 5578 and HB 1764 – Unaffordable Wage and Leave Mandates

Lakewood Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Position StatementOppose SB 5578 and HB 1764 – Unaffordable Wage and Leave MandatesFebruary 6, 2025 The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce stands firmly against Senate Bill (SB) 5578 and House Bill (HB) 1764, which would dramatically increase labor costs for small businesses across Washington....

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Support HB 1917 and HB 1939 –Expanding Licensure Compacts for Physician Assistants and Social Workers

Support HB 1917 and HB 1939 –Expanding Licensure Compacts for Physician Assistants and Social Workers

Lakewood Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Policy PositionSupport HB 1917 and HB 1939 – Expanding Licensure Compacts for Physician Assistants and Social WorkersJanuary 28, 2025 The Lakewood Chamber Board of Directors strongly supports the passage of House Bill 1917 and House Bill 1939, which would establish licensure compacts for...

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