We work collaboratively with our members and policymakers to create a policy ecosystem that enables a strong and sustainable technology sector in a thriving community.
Federal
WTIA has a seat at the table in national-level conversations that impact the technology sector–including topics like workforce development, data protection and privacy, and emerging technologies.
Washington State
WTIA partners with a range of policy stakeholders to represent the voice of the technology sector and to advocate for policies that foster a robust technology ecosystem in the state. We focus on workforce development, education and STEM, diversity and inclusion, taxes and regulations, and privacy and data protection.
Strengthening our Cities
WTIA engages at the municipal level across Washington’s cities. We advocate for a range of policies and programs to strengthen our cities, and we seek to partner with policymakers on solutions that support our communities and enable the continued growth of the technology sector.
We work to develop a robust policy ecosystem for the technology sector across a number of workstreams. This includes proactively tracking and engaging on legislation, contributing expertise and thought leadership on relevant issues impacting the sector, and working collaboratively with our member companies and policymakers.
Want to learn more and partner with WTIA? Reach out to our public policy team.
Cross Sector
Computer Science Plan
WTIA partnered with Washington STEM to create, iterate, and operationalize a Cross-Sector Statewide Computer Science Strategic Plan that will provide equitable access to computer science for all of Washington’s students, from early learning to the workforce.
The Outsized Impact of Data Centers in Rural Washington – January 2022
WTIA partnered with EcoNW to study the economic impact of data centers in Washington, which enhance local job opportunities and economic prosperity. Investment in data center also supports public services and infrastructure by increasing state and local tax revenues.
We held focused feedback conversations with internal and external partners from higher education, K-12, community-based organizations, and industry leaders. Five themes have emerged as the Computer Science Call to Action – support K-12 implementation of equitable access to CS, accountability through data, teacher preparation, coordination and partnership, and understand postsecondary pathways into CS.
This report produces key findings that illustrate the importance of data centers for rural counties in Washington state. Qualifying data centers support long-term job growth in the construction industry, generate significant tax revenues, and benefit the local economy.