📋 Bill #SB-6294
Progressive Real Estate Excise Tax for Affordable Housing
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Bill Summary
Companion bill to HB 2442 establishing a progressive real estate excise tax with graduated rates from 1.1% on sales under $525,000 to 3% on sales over $3.025 million for affordable housing. The council approved support for this legislation, with debate centered on implementation complexity and tax equity.
Meeting History
January 27, 2026
Committee of the Whole
The Whatcom County Council Committee of the Whole held a comprehensive policy session addressing state legislative priorities, urban growth area ...
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