Washington Voters Face Wealth Tax Vote | Seattle News

Washington voters face a pivotal choice this November: keep or kill a new tax on the wealthy. Initiative 645, backed by hundreds of thousands of signatures, seeks to repeal the state’s 9.9% tax on incomes over $1 million — a move Governor Bob Ferguson fiercely opposes, calling it vital for funding school meals, childcare, and working families. While supporters argue the tax is too risky and violates Washington’s no-income-tax tradition, opponents warn its repeal could hurt the economy. With millions already pouring into the campaign and the governor vowing to veto any tax cut if the initiative fails, this ballot battle could reshape the state’s future — and spark a national debate on fairness and fiscal responsibility. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/649b4107332afe81