Let's Go Washington, a political action committee, has launched a new initiative to repeal Washington state's income tax. The group filed the measure with the Washington Secretary of State's office on May 8, 2026, according to state records. The initiative would eliminate the state's capital gains tax, which was enacted in 2021 and upheld by the state Supreme Court in 2023.
The proposed measure, if certified, would appear on the November 2026 ballot. Let's Go Washington previously led successful initiatives on police reform and parental rights. The group's leader, Brian Heywood, stated that the income tax repeal would provide tax relief to residents and businesses, though critics argue it would primarily benefit the wealthy and reduce state revenue for education and social services.
As of May 9, 2026, the initiative is in the signature-gathering phase. Supporters need to collect at least 324,516 valid signatures by July 2, 2026, to qualify for the ballot. The Washington State Budget & Policy Center estimates the repeal could reduce state revenue by over $500 million annually, affecting funding for programs like early learning and school construction.
