Washington state credit unions buying banks face new tax

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A 1.2% tax applies to gross income generated from transactions where Washington state credit unions buy banks, effective for deals submitted after Jan. 1, 2026; no deductions are allowed.

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Original Source Material

A 1.2% tax applies to gross income generated from such transactions, meaning there are no deductions for labor and materials, to deals submitted for regulatory approval after Jan. 1, 2026.