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New Local Government Taxing Authority (2026 session)
2026 legislature permitted new local utility taxes and new sales taxes for cities and counties. Also REMOVED voter-approval requirements for existing affordable-housing tax revenues. Directly expands Bellingham and ...
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2026 legislature permitted new local utility taxes and new sales taxes for cities and counties. Also REMOVED voter-approval requirements for existing affordable-housing tax revenues. Directly expands Bellingham and Whatcom County's ability to raise revenue without going to voters.
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Effective: Jan 01, 2026
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Direct local impact — Bellingham may add utility or sales taxes without a vote
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