Legislation Implementation Update

Legislation Implementation Update

Earlier this year, you helped the Washington State Legislature pass bills that positively impact retired public employees and senior citizens across the state.  RPEC is monitoring how these new laws are being implemented by state agencies.  Here is an update on some of the most important bills that the Legislature passed in 2023:

SHB 1355: Expanding Senior Property Tax Exemption Thresholds

Substitute House Bill 1355 addressed the housing affordability crisis that many retirees face by raising property tax exemption thresholds for people over the age of 61 as well as those who are unable to work due…