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Trade Tensions & Spokane’s Bottom Line: Navigating the New Tariff Terrain

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By John Somerlott, Legislative Assistant, Greater Spokane Inc. In recent weeks, one issue has dominated headlines in federal politics: tariffs. Tariffs are taxes imposed on goods as they cross international borders, either imports coming into a country or exports leaving it. They can target specific countries or particular products and are typically used to protect […]

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GSI Statement on Washington State Supreme Court Ruling on Proposition 1

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Greater Spokane Inc. is disappointed by the recent Washington State Supreme Court decision overturning Spokane’s voter-approved Proposition 1.   In August 2024, GSI joined the Downtown Spokane Partnership in filing an amicus brief in support of Proposition 1. This initiative represented our community’s clear intent to protect public spaces near sensitive areas—such as schools, parks,

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What Election Outcomes Mean for Business

What the Election Might Mean for Business Policy in Olympia

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By Jake Mayson, Director of Public Policy, Greater Spokane Inc. The results of Washington State’s 2024 elections revealed what many have already seen as a shifting political landscape. With retirements of several key moderates from the legislature at the end of last session, the business community has been bracing for significant policymaking changes in Olympia.

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Introducing the Pulse: Spokane’s New Benchmark for Voter Outlook

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Poll Reveals Critical Issues to Guide Community-Supported Solutions At Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI), we’re committed to helping our region grow and thrive by making sure our community’s voice is heard loud and clear. That’s why we’re excited to announce the release of The Pulse, a groundbreaking series of comprehensive, scientific polls that dive into the

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GSI Endorses Statewide Initiatives I-2066 and I-2124 to Protect Energy Choices and Promote Long-Term Care Flexibility

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Business Leaders Encourage Spokane to Vote on November 5th Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI) proudly announces its endorsement of two critical statewide initiatives that protect energy choice and offer flexibility in long-term care planning: Initiative 2066, preserving natural gas as a vital energy option, and Initiative 2124, allowing workers to opt out of the WA Cares

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Your Vote, Your Voice

Greater Spokane Inc. Launches Election Center to Provide Comprehensive Election Information and Legislative Updates

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Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI) has launched a new Elections Center, a comprehensive online resource for Spokane-area residents and businesses, designed to provide timely information about voting deadlines, local ballot measures, and legislative updates throughout the session. The Elections Center is now live at GreaterVotes.org, offering a one-stop destination for voters to access: “With the launch

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Turning Struggles to Solutions One Bill at a Time

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By Pia Hallenberg *This story first appeared in the 2023 GSI Connect Magazine, which can found on our About Us page. Connect with us and learn how your company can get involved in our advocacy efforts. Among the organizations especially challenged by the pandemic were the local blood banks. Not only did they have to meet incredible demands

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The Future of Policymaking

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By Tim Peckinpaugh, Partner with K&L Gates LLP Inherent in our representative democracy is making policy that best serves the public good.  Policymaking is even more important today with our complex society and dynamic global economy. Everyone in the Spokane region benefits from policy decisions that promote well-functioning infrastructure, education to train new workforce, a growing

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