These new WA laws take effect Thursday

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: June 11, 2026

Words: 1,638

Last Updated: 18 hours, 53 minutes ago

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Over 200 new Washington state laws take effect Thursday.

Among them are tax hikes, enhancements to the state’s Voting Rights Act and guidance for retailers on the penny phase-out.

Thursday marks 90 days since the end of the 2026 legislative session. Some laws passed in Olympia this year will take force later, while others are already on the books.

Here’s a sampling of what’s coming Thursday.

Tax for abortion services

Health insurers offering …

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