Your Voice Matters!
Your Voice and just a bit of your time.
Currently, there are a series of Bills being proposed that individually are concerning but all combined, particularly at a time of unprecedented uncertainty at a national and global level, could negatively impact the vibrant Washington state philanthropic, healthcare, housing, and small business community if enacted. Chambers across the state have been in alignment on this situation, and you can read their statement here.
We urge you to speak to our local leaders. Below is a list of the bills that we have been tracking. Cumulatively, these bills create a perfect storm for Washington state individuals, families, non-profits, and small businesses. We ask our elected leaders please, do no harm to our economy.
Bills that could drive jobs and startups out of our state by increasing taxes by $10.9B:
Bills that could likely reduce the availability of housing and increase the cost of housing:
Bill that could result in reducing services and in some cases closing:
We need your voice. Immediately call and e-mail your local leadership – make sure you contact those leaders that represent where you live AND where your business is located if it different. At the bottom of this email is an example that you can read from or cut and paste to an e-mail.
Email and Calls
Don’t know who your legislators are? Check out this district finder link and enter your business and/or home address.
SAMPLES TO HELP FOR EMAILS AND CALLS
Sample Email or phone message:
Dear Representative (or Senator) LAST NAME,
My name is (YOUR NAME) and I am the (POSITION) of (YOUR COMPANY). I would like to talk with you about our business which is located in your district.
Small Businesses (or nonprofits) are an essential part of our economy. (INSERT your organization name, what your product/service is, and how many people you employ.)
I am very concerned about (BILLS LISTED HERE) because (How they will effect your organization).
Sincerely,
(YOUR NAME)