News & Stories Politics Outgoing Wash. Gov. Inslee pushes state lawmakers to enact a wealth tax Jeanie Lindsay December 24, 2024 / 1:15 am As the country's longest serving governor leaves office, Washington's Jay Inslee says the state should impose a wealth tax on the rich to meet the state's needs. Why you can trust KUOW Jeanie Lindsay State Government Reporter Jeanie Lindsay is a radio reporter based in Olympia who covers the state government beat for KUOW and KNKX. More stories from Jeanie Lindsay » Recommended Stories Watch live: President Trump to address the nation December 17, 2025 Maneuver to shore up WA’s transportation budget could be reversed December 17, 2025 WA labor department investigates claims farmworkers were working through floods December 16, 2025