华盛顿民主党提议对最高收入者征收9.9%的所得税,但总督Ferguson要求对居民和企业给予更多减免。 Washington Democrats propose a 9.9% income tax on top earners, but Governor Ferguson demands more relief for residents and businesses.

华盛顿州民主党已提出一项法案,从2028年1月1日起,对100万以上收入者征收9.9%的所得税,每年产生40亿美元的收入。 Washington state Democrats have introduced a bill to impose a 9.9% income tax on earners over $1 million, starting January 1, 2028, generating $4 billion annually. 总督Bob Ferguson支持税收目标, 但拒绝初步计划, 要求通过扩大税收抵免及扩大商业减免, 将更多收入退还给居民, Governor Bob Ferguson supports the tax’s goal but rejects the initial plan, demanding more revenue be returned to residents through expanded tax credits and broader business relief. 立法包括诸如取消个人卫生产品的销售税和增加小企业信贷等措施,但Ferguson希望提高商业豁免的门槛和提供更大的可负担性。 The legislation includes measures like eliminating sales tax on hygiene products and boosting small business credits, but Ferguson wants higher thresholds for business exemptions and greater affordability provisions. 该法案面临共和党反对派和潜在的法律挑战,但民主党期望在政党有力支持下取得迅速进展。 The bill faces Republican opposition and potential legal challenges, but Democrats expect swift progress with strong party backing. 如果通过,华盛顿仍将是九个没有个人所得税的州之一。 If passed, Washington would remain one of nine states without a personal income tax.