New Laws, Fees, Taxes Go Into Effect in Washington State

New laws, fees, taxes go into effect in Washington state

A number of new laws kick in this week, including a gas-tax hike of 6 cents per gallon and protections for immigrant workers.

These Washington laws take effect July 1

Fee hikes for hunting and fishing licenses, workplace protections for immigrants and increased requirements for gun dealers are among the Washington state laws going into effect July 1. Drivers can also expect increased prices at the pump as a 6-cent hike in Washington’s gas tax goes into effect Tuesday, the start of the state’s 2026 fiscal year.Dozens more laws will take effect July 27, which marks 90 days after the legislative session adjourne…

As inflation strains Michigan parks, DNR budgets, lawmakers weigh fee hikes

A package of Senate bills would require every registered vehicle owner to buy a parks pass when renewing their plates, while raising fees for hunting and fishing licenses for the first time in 11 years.

Here’s what will get pricier in Washington due to new laws

Fishing and hunting licenses, fuel, and marriage licenses are just some of the things getting more expensive in Washington state.

These Washington laws take effect today

Fee hikes for hunting and fishing licenses, workplace protections for immigrants and increased requirements for gun dealers are among the Washington state laws going into effect July 1.

New Washington laws take effect

Fee hikes for hunting and fishing licenses, workplace protections for immigrants and increased requirements for gun dealers are among the Washington state laws that went into effect July 1.