SB5796Introduced in the Senate
Enacting an excise tax on large employers on the amount of payroll expenses above the social security wage threshold to fund programs and services to benefit Washingtonians.
Introduced by Rebecca Saldana, District 37
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Enacting an excise tax on large employers on the amount of payroll expenses above the social security wage threshold to fund programs and services to benefit Washingtonians.
Where it stands
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
January 12, 2026
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Bill history
First reading, referred to Ways & Means.
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 4:00 PM.
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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