Ken Jennings and Rick Steves Back Coalition Opposing Washington State Tax Repeal
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How it started
What happened
Ken Jennings and Rick Steves have joined a coalition opposing Initiative 645 in Washington State. This initiative seeks to repeal the state’s 9.9% tax on annual individual income exceeding $1 million. Jennings stated that Initiative 645 would result in a thirteen billion dollar tax break for millionaires and billionaires, while Steves also supported the coalition against the measure.
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Why it matters
The measure targets the state’s wealth tax, which was enacted in 2026 and applies to approximately 25,000 wealthy residents. Estimates suggest the issue involves over eleven billion dollars in acquired or lost revenue for the state. Jennings argued that the repeal would lead to significant cuts in public schools and other services.
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Who's involved
- Ken JenningsSupported the coalition opposing Initiative 645
- Rick StevesSupported the coalition opposing Initiative 645
- stateThe jurisdiction where Initiative 645 seeks to repeal the wealth tax
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- stateSpeculative
The state might see changes in revenue streams if the millionaires tax is repealed
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Ken Jennings appeared in a 'No campaign' ad while Steve Gordon chaired the 'Yes on I-645 campaign'.Sub-event
Jennings supports keeping the state tax in Washington.1 source
Ken Jennings and Rick Steves join coalition against Initiative 645.1 source
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The entities involved
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Ken Jennings
American game show contestant, host, and writer
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Rick Steves
American travel writer and television host
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