Send Your Letter to the Editor
Send a letter to the editor on the new Millionaires Tax!
Did you know? Letters to the editor are still one of the most-read parts of the news.
Why now: The Millionaires Tax just passed the Washington Legislature. We asked and they answered, making sure the services we depend on are funded into the future and asking the wealthy to pay more of what they truly owe.
Join us in thanking the legislators who passed this bill and the Governor who signed this important legislation.
TIPS FOR GETTING YOUR LETTER PUBLISHED
Keep your letter to 100 - 200 words.
Refer to a recent article. Reach out to info@investwanow.org if you need help with this - we’re happy to help!
Explain your connection. Are you a parent who wants fully funded schools? A patient who needs affordable health care? A neighbor who wants to see everyone in our community have a safe place to sleep? Share a personal experience or anecdote.
Include a call to action and name your state legislator so they’ll see it.
Send your letter now!
KEY MESSAGES
The Millionaires Tax is a huge win for working families, small businesses, and kids!
WIN FOR WORKING FAMILIES!
The Millionaires Tax expands the Working Families Tax Credit to twice as many people.
Over 1 million people will now be eligible for the Working Families Tax Credit, which can be up to $1,330 per year depending on household size.
Saves families hundreds of dollars by eliminating the sales taxes for over-the-counter medicine, diapers, hygiene and grooming products.
WIN FOR SMALL BUSINESSES!
B&O tax cut applies to the majority of small businesses in WA, the biggest tax cut in state history!
More money in our pockets means more spending at local businesses, keeping money flowing through our communities.
WIN FOR KIDS!
Free school lunch and breakfast for all Washington students.
Portion of funding dedicated to childcare and early learning.
WIN FOR TAX FAIRNESS IN WA!
Only households with earnings over $1 million are subject to the tax. The first $1 million is exempt.
Only applies to less than 1% of Washingtonians. The rest of us - 99% - will not pay the tax.
About 20,000 households in Washington will pay the tax.
The Millionaires Tax will raise $3 billion each year for childcare, healthcare, and education while cutting taxes for working families and small businesses.