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Washington Textile EPR Legislation Stalls in House Appropriations

Washington’s effort to require clothing and textile producers to fund reuse and recycling infrastructure has failed to pass in the 2026 legislative session, leaving local governments responsible for textile waste without new state support—at least for now.

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The Conversation Is Now Open Feb 13
WDFW Approves One‑Day Smelt Dip on Cowlitz River for Feb. 18 Feb 13
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Federal Way leadership dispute highlights growing tensions over official use of social media Feb 13
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