The rent stabilization measure, House Bill 1217, adds Washington to states like Oregon and California that have sought new ...

The most contentious bill that Gov. Bob Ferguson signed into law was a state-level mandate to cap rent increases.

Gov. Ferguson signed a bill into law that sets limits on rent increases, making the state among the first in the nation to ...

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signs HB 1217 into law, setting rental increase caps and requiring a 90-day notice for ...

The state of Washington now has rent control, after Gov. Bob Ferguson signed House Bill 1217 into law on Thursday.

The DOJ is investigating a new Washington state law that adds “members of the clergy” to a list of professionals required to ...

Rent stabilization and nine other housing proposals were signed into Washington state law on Wednesday. SEATTLE — Gov. Bob ...

House Bill 1217, also called the “rent-cap bill,” was among the most hotly debated measures during the 2025 session.

The high court found that magazines that can hold over 10 rounds of ammunition aren't arms and therefore aren't protected by ...

Washington landlords can no longer raise rents by more than 10% per year under landmark legislation Gov. Bob Ferguson signed ...

Rent stabilization and nine other housing proposals were expected to be signed into Washington state law on Wednesday.

Rent increases will be limited to 10 percent per year, with an exemption for newly built units for a dozen years.