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Articles by Kris Johnson

Guest Commentary: November's election proves pivotal for employers in Washington

September 12, 2024
Kris Johnson
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All connected ...

Cross-border trade is component of Washington state's economic vitality

July 18, 2024
Kris Johnson
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Get to know lawmakers ...

Guest Commentary: Public policy should be priority for business owners

June 20, 2024
Kris Johnson
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Pause for recognition ...

Guest Commentary: Retiring Congress members have been champions for our state's economy

March 14, 2024
Kris Johnson

Retiring members of Congress have proven to be champions for the economy and have demonstrated their willingness to listen to employer concerns.


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Guest Commentary: Spate of lawsuits highlights flaws in job posting transparency act

November 9, 2023
Kris Johnson

Now, less than a year after the law took effect, we’re seeing there was good reason for concern. 


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Guest Commentary: Manufacturing sector should be celebrated all year long

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October 12, 2023
Kris Johnson
For the seventh consecutive year, Washington has marked the first week of October by celebrating the state's remarkable manufacturing sector. The Association of Washington Business, which serves as both the state's chamber of commerce and
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Guest Commentary: Student event puts spotlight on civic life in America

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August 31, 2023
Kris Johnson
Nine middle school students stood on a stage and listened as Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs asked them a series of questions about the inner workings of our system of government. With the clock ticking and spotlights shining, the students
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Guest Commentary: WA Cares needs long-term fixes as new tax approaches

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June 8, 2023
Kris Johnson
Brace yourself. Your paycheck in July will probably be a little smaller. That's when the state will begin collecting premium payments for its long-term care insurance program, called WA Cares. Employers and employees might be feeling déjà vu.
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Guest Commentary: It's time to go big or go home on Washington's housing crisis

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March 16, 2023
Kris Johnson
Washington's housing affordability crisis hurts every corner of the state. We've all heard stories. Nurses and grocery store employees can't afford to live where they work. Young people are priced out of their hometowns. First-time homebuyers
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Guest Commentary: Lawmakers have opportunity to be champions of state economy

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January 19, 2023
Kris Johnson
The new year begins during a time of uncertainty and anxiety about the state of the economy, both nationally and at the state level. Inflation has been rising at worrying rates for the last year, driving up costs for consumers and employers.
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