Katie Wilson

Rule Changes

As of September 2026: Awaiting signature on the ordinance

Seattle's City Council voted 7-2 on Tuesday to ban 'surveillance pricing' — using shoppers' personal data to set individualized grocery prices. The ordinance applies to grocery chains with 20 or more locations worldwide, plus delivery services.

Updated Sep 24

Rule Changes

As of September 2026: Signed the junk fee ban into law in August 2026

Seattle renters pay an extra 10 to 30 percent on top of rent through fees for pets, package delivery, and administrative paperwork. The city council voted 8-0 in August to ban most of those charges, effective July 1, 2027.

Updated Sep 21