Start Date: 11/18/2025 10:00 AM PST
End Date: 11/18/2025 11:00 AM PST
Venue Name: Virtual - Zoom
Location:
WA United States
Organization Name:
WASWD
Contact:
State Tax Law Changes:
Direct and Indirect Impacts on Utilities
Gain a high-level summary of key 2025 Washington State tax legislation, including updates to the operating, transportation, and capital budgets. Learn about new laws affecting B&O taxes, sales tax on services, and repealed tax preferences—along with when provisions take effect.
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Linda Gallagher
Legal Consultant,
MRSC |
Eric J. Lowell
Finance Consultant,
MRSC |
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Key topics include:
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Direct impacts to utility districts from service-related sales taxes, storage unit taxation, and vendor B&O exposure
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Indirect budget pressures from fuel tax hikes, contractor cost increases, and capital gains tax implications
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Insights into procurement adjustments, vendor impacts, and planning strategies
The session concludes with a Q&A moderated by WASWD and MRSC experts to address member questions and concerns.
