The Washington state Democrats accidentally send their 'radical' tax plan to the entire Senate.

According to Planet Chronicle, Washington state Democrats inadvertently sent their comprehensive tax increase proposals and internal discussions to all members of the upper chamber in Olympia.

Washington state Democrats are considering proposals such as property tax hikes and a new double-digit tax on firearms, as stated in materials distributed to all members by Washington Senate Deputy Floor Leader Noel Frame, D-Seattle, in late December and later obtained by Planet Chronicle Digital.

The messages contained a document titled "2025 Revenue Options" and a PowerPoint presentation on how to effectively communicate the plan's defense to constituents.

The proposed tax on ammunition and firearms is 11%, while storage unit rentals are reclassified as retail transactions and the property tax levy lid is lifted for some Washingtonians.

A chart of do's and don'ts for lawmakers on talking taxes was highlighted by Seattle radio host Jason Rantz in a PowerPoint slide.

"Pay what is owed" is the solution, as taxes are not a form of punishment, according to the graph.

Rewritten sentence: By increasing taxes, funding for essential services can be provided, and the government can ensure that these services are of high quality.

"Avoid discussing the economy or education in general terms and instead focus on specific aspects of each topic."

One of the new suggestions is for a "capital assets ownership tax."

Instead of property taxes, a new tax system would be implemented that applies to holdings in stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments.

The slide suggests that we can guarantee that affluent individuals in Washington are taxed on their assets in the same manner as middle-class families are currently taxed on theirs.

Another line directs lawmakers to identify the obstacle that is hindering progress and outline the steps we can take to address the problem.

"The current tax system, which was established a century ago, favors large corporations and the wealthy, and it is time for an update to reflect the needs of the 21st century. By ensuring that the wealthiest individuals in Washington pay their fair share in taxes, we can provide essential services such as affordable healthcare, housing, and food for all."

In a column for MyNorthwest.com, Rantz stated that the plans accidentally shared present a "direct contradiction" to promises from Democrats during the election cycle and outline 10 new taxes for residents.

Rantz stated that the state has experienced years of record revenue, and some of the proposed tax schemes may be unconstitutional.

Capital gains taxes discourage growth and potentially lead to reduced job opportunities for the same workers that pro-tax Democrats claim to want to help.

One example he presented was the departure of Amazon founder Jeffrey Bezos from Washington state. After establishing his new Florida residency, one of America's richest men saved approximately $1 billion in taxes that no longer go towards funding the Evergreen State's programs.

The Washington state Democratic electorate frequently complains about the affordability crisis but consistently votes for the same politicians who contribute to it.

As Gov.-elect Robert Ferguson prepares to take office, State Rep. Travis Couture, R-Allyn, criticized outgoing Gov. Jay Inslee's 2025 budget proposal.

Couture, the top Republican on the House budget panel, stated that this budget is not a serious proposal.

He stated that our state's issue is with spending, not revenue.

No response was received from Frame when Planet Chronicle Digital requested a comment.