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L&I raises workers’ compensation rate despite objections by BIAW and others

Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) recently announced an increase in the average workers’ compensation premium rate despite objections…

Court grants stay in capital gains tax case, allows state to prepare to collect tax

The fight to strike down the state’s capital gains tax as an unconstitutional income tax continues, despite a state Supreme…

November/December 2022 Building Insight

Welcome to the November/December 2022 Building Insight This month, we highlight 2022 Year in Review! Recognize Spike Appreciation Month Award…

BIAW and MBAKS support builder’s motion for reconsideration in liability expansion case

Roughly a month ago, the Washington State Supreme Court invalidated a local builder’s contractual liability limit, claiming the builder’s one-year…

News Release: State Building Code Council ignores cost concerns, passes heat pump mandate

OLYMPIA… The Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) Friday voted 9-5 to pass a statewide heat pump mandate, ignoring concerns…

Spokane HBA’s Frame Your Future program receives $1M grant

On Friday, Oct. 25, the Spokane County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved to award the Frame Your Future (FYF) program…