Washington’ s Business Regulatory Environment
Washington’ s Business Regulatory Environment
The regulatory landscape that exists in Washington state creates an environment in which our small businesses are at a competitive disadvantage to bordering states. Workplace regulations such as minimum wage, paid sick leave and workers’ compensation and business regulations such as the state’ s Business and Occupation tax( B & O), environmental rules, and health care requirements, continue to grow the financial burden on the state’ s small businesses. AWB works with its members to develop policies for the state that maintain and enhance business competitiveness and regulatory fairness.
What do you see as a challenge with regard to Washington’ s regulatory climate?
“ Very regulated with increased codes which are written to be vague and hard to interpret.”— Tri-Cities Business Owner