WFIS was alerted by member schools to concerns about SB 5814, a bill currently awaiting the Governor’s signature. The concern centers on how the bill could be interpreted to expand sales tax to a range of services that were previously exempt, including educational services provided by elementary schools, secondary schools, and colleges.
The language in the bill appears broad enough that it may unintentionally subject tuition-based instruction to sales tax. WFIS is actively seeking clarification from the Department of Revenue and is advocating for clear language to ensure that educational institutions are properly exempted from this expanded list of taxable services.
We are committed to protecting Washington’s independent schools and will continue to monitor the situation closely.
