Washington Trust for Historic Preservation — Advocacy Alert: Federal Government Proposes New Regulations for Nonprofit Grantees

July 7, 2026 | 5:03 pm
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Advocacy Alert: Federal Government Proposes New Regulations for Nonprofit Grantees

On May 29, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued “Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance,” which proposes...

April 30, 2026 | 12:40 pm
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Advocacy Alert: Seattle’s Gas Works Park

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The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation stands with Historic Seattle and other preservation partners in firmly opposing the demolition of...

February 6, 2026 | 2:41 pm
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Fix the Bricks: Tell Your Elected Officials to Support House Bill 1810

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Photo: A passerby looks at the damage to the ornate facade that broke off from the Washington Federal Savings building...

February 5, 2026 | 1:28 pm
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Main Street’s Impact in Washington State

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By Chris Moore, Executive Director, Washington Trust for Historic Preservation Place matters. Healthy downtown and neighborhood districts drive civic and...

January 27, 2026 | 10:59 am
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Advocacy Alert: SB 6026/HB 2480

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Update, February 2026:Senate Bill 6026, aimed at allowing residential use in commercial and mixed-use zones, has been working its way...

August 6, 2025 | 1:22 pm
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In Memoriam: The Ryan House

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The Ryan House was once the central gem of the City of Sumner and a key component of the City’s...

May 29, 2025 | 12:54 pm
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Advocacy Alert: Washington’s State Historic Preservation Office at Risk

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The Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP)—our State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)—is facing an operational crisis. Due...

May 27, 2025 | 2:53 pm
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Yakima Valley Trolleys Named to Washington’s Most Endangered Places List

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The Washington Trust for Historic Preservation has announced a new addition to its Most Endangered Places list: the Yakima Valley...

May 8, 2025 | 10:29 am
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Impact of President Trump’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget on Historic Preservation

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By Chris Moore, Executive Director On Friday, May 2, the Trump Administration released its proposed budget for federal Fiscal Year...

April 9, 2025 | 2:30 pm
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Advocacy Alert: SHB 1576 Updates

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During the 2025 legislative session, we have provided alerts about a bill that threatens local preservation efforts across the state. Substitute...

March 13, 2025 | 1:35 pm
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Advocacy Alert: SB 5571

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In this state legislative session, there are a number of preservation-related bills that we're keeping our eyes on. (Check out...

March 13, 2025 | 12:58 pm
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We Stand With National Park Service Staff

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Over the past several weeks, the federal government has announced mass firings of staff across multiple federal agencies—including many agencies...

February 6, 2025 | 1:48 pm
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The Uncertain Landscape of Federal Funding: Potential Impacts to the Washington Trust

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By Chris Moore, Executive Director The last week of January was a roller coaster for many nonprofits across the country,...

February 6, 2025 | 10:47 am
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Strong Communities Begin on Main Street

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By Breanne Durham, Washington Main Street Program Director Communities large and small across Washington State have already made significant investments...