# Washington Millionaires Tax Heads to Ballot | Seattle News

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Podcast: [Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/seattle-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463302)
Published: 2026-07-16T04:00:37+00:00
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Washington voters will decide this November whether to repeal the state’s new “millionaires tax,” which targets incomes over $1 million at a 9.9% rate and is projected to raise $3 billion annually. Initiative 645, backed by supporters who argue it unfairly burdens families and small businesses, has qualified for the ballot after collecting over 500,000 valid signatures — far exceeding the 310,000 needed. While opponents claim the tax won’t affect lower earners and point to the governor’s veto pledge and inflation adjustments, a legal challenge looms. The outcome could reshape Washington’s tax policy for years to come. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7d939845fa920108

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