Incentivizing grocery stores located in underserved communities.

Summary

The bill directs Washington cities that levy a business and occupation tax to adopt a standardized model ordinance that includes tax credits, a minimum small‑business income threshold, and uniform reporting rules. These measures are intended to lower cost barriers for grocery stores in low‑income, minority, rural, or otherwise underserved neighborhoods, supporting local jobs and food access. It also caps city tax rates and requires annual revenue reporting to the state auditor.

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