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Renters

Hundreds of advocates hold signs on the steps of the Capitol Building.

Op-Ed: Washington Landlords Spending Big, Playing Dirty to Block Rent Stabilization

Wealthy landlords are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to mislead Washingtonians and to try to block a moderate, but protective rent stabilization bill that will finally provide renters with predictability and stability over their housing costs. 

Washington House Approves Bill Capping Annual Rent Hikes at 7%

The rent stabilization bill that the Washington State House approved this week scaled back other protections for renters, including a cap on move-in fees and late fees. The bill now heads to the Senate.
A group of about about 30 advocates stands on the Capitol steps.

Op-Ed: Why Housing Supply Advocates Should Support Rent Stabilization 

The Washington State Legislature should pass HB 1217 to stabilize rents statewide. This is an important moment for housing supply advocates to show up in support of more stability for tenants. 
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Rent Stabilization Tops Washington Democrats’ Housing Agenda for 2025 Session

Democratic leaders are saying this is the year that the Washington State Legislature will finally pass rent stabilization, with momentum building behind Rep. Emily Alvarado's bill.
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State Senate Taps Bateman for Housing Chair in Major Committee Shakeup

Big changes are coming to the Washington State Senate in 2025, including the elevation of incoming Senator Jessica Bateman to a high profile post as head of the Housing Committee, a symbol of the continued salience of the issue.

Louisa Hotel Tenants Speak Out, Calling Councilmember Woo ‘Slumlord’

Tanya Woo has brandished her affordable housing credentials as owner of the Louisa Hotel in Chinatown. However, some of her tenants portray her as a 'slumlord' based on the practices of building management, including frequently pressuring eviction and letting issues like a broken elevator go long unresolved.
Tenants hold signs saying "hold bad landlords accountable" and "everyone deserves dignified housing" and "SROC stands against abusive landlords" and "workers rights = renters' rights"

Harrell Proposes Deep Cuts for Tenant Assistance, Advocates Push Back

Housing advocates are pushing back after Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed $1.8 million in cuts to rental assistance and tenant services next year. They hope city council will restore the funding, or even double it.
A Stay Housed rally with a "Housing is the Cure" banner at Seattle City Hall with a crowd of about 50.

Op-Ed: Seattle Council Should Double Rental Assistance, Not Slash It

To prevent homelessness and improve housing stability, Seattle City Council should not cut funding for Tenant Services and Rental Assistance as Mayor Bruce Harrell proposes, and instead double it.