Washington HB2080 prohibits taxes targeting a single individual, business, or affiliated group.

Washington HB2080 prohibits the state from imposing any excise tax that targets a single individual, business, or entity, or a group affiliated with a singular business. The bill aims to ensure that tax policy serves the common welfare rather than targeting or punishing specific entities. The legislation defines "business" broadly to include sole proprietorships, corporations, partnerships, and other legal entities. The bill adds a new chapter in Title 82 RCW to enforce this prohibition.

Washington HB2080 prohibits taxes targeting a single individual, business, or affiliated group.

Washington HB2080 prohibits the state from imposing any excise tax that targets a single individual, business, or entity, or a group affiliated with a singular business. The bill aims to ensure that tax policy serves the common welfare rather than targeting or punishing specific entities. The legislation defines "business" broadly to include sole proprietorships, corporations, partnerships, and other legal entities. The bill adds a new chapter in Title 82 RCW to enforce this prohibition.