Curtis Costner, president of a Tacoma digital marketing firm, expressed concerns about Washington's new tax imposed on digital service providers, signed into law to tackle a $16 billion budget shortfall. Effective October, the tax could compel local businesses to lose clients to competitors in states without such taxes. The tax has created discontent among affected companies, including nonprofits, with many pointing out its unfairness, especially since it excludes certain advertising forms like billboards. Legal challenges against the legislation seem likely as affected parties organize.
"There's a lot of talent, a lot of infrastructure. The state seems friendly and supportive and they would value what we do."
"It makes it harder for local businesses to work with other local businesses. They might seek out-of-state providers."
"They're just stuck with it. It's unfair and it seems unreasonable. It's unbelievable."
"That's a completely unfair tax treatment."
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