Daily Legislative Report for Mon., Mar. 8, 2021 - VIDEO
The state's first capital gains tax was debated on the Senate floor on Sat., Mar. 6, 2021. On the same day, the House debated changes to landlord-tenant laws.
Troy Kirby for The JOLT
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By Troy Kirby
The Journal of Olympia, Lacey & Tumwater Presents The Daily Legislative Report, covering The 2021 Washington State Legislature's session on Sat., Mar. 6, 2021.
The Senate held a weekend floor session debating Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5096, which would create a 7 percent capital gains tax. The bill was approved narrowly, 25-24, moving onto the House for consideration.
The House held a weekend floor session as well, debating House Bill 1236, concerning landlord-tenant eviction law. The bill was approved by a vote of 54-44, moving onto the Senate for consideration.
For more complete information on any legislation, including sponsors, a synopsis, and fiscal note, visit the Washington State Legislature’s bill information webpage.
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