WCIT Publications
The Importance of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement for Idaho
The USMCA underpins Idaho’s trade with Canada and Mexico—40% of goods exports and 75,000 jobs. See why continuing the agreement is vital to Idaho’s economy.
The Importance of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement for Oregon
Canada and Mexico buy a quarter of Oregon’s goods exports and support 170,000 jobs. See why continuing the USMCA matters as trade declines threaten the state.
The Importance of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement for Washington State
The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is vital to Washington state’s economic health, supporting trade relationships with the state’s two largest regional partners. From January to July 2025, Washington exported $6.7 billion in goods to Canada and Mexico—more than 20% of the state’s total goods exports—while importing $10.7 billion. The agreement provides critical tariff-free access that saved Washington businesses an estimated $90 million in direct tariff costs during this period. With certain industries relying on these markets for over 90% of their exports, and recent federal tariff actions threatening supply chains, the USMCA remains essential for protecting Washington exporters, stabilizing costs for importers, and sustaining thousands of jobs across the state. This report analyzes trade flows, tariff impacts, and the specific industries most dependent on North American trade partnerships.
The Growing Importance of Digital Trade for Washington
Airplanes and agriculture may be the first Washington exports that come to mind, but services — and digitally enabled services in particular — are becoming ever more important. In 2024, Washington exported $37 billion in services, an increase of more than $10 billion (40%) since 2015.
Trade with China: Impacts on Washington State
Explore how U.S.–China tariffs and trade policy have reshaped Washington state exports, imports, supply chains, and business costs since 2017.
International Emergency Economic Powers Act Tariffs: The Impact on Washington State
Discover how International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs (IEEPA) could cost Washington state businesses and consumers up to $21 billion in new duties and tariffs.
What Do the Tariffs Against Canada, Mexico, and China Mean for Oregon?
Discover how President Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China could cost Oregon businesses over a billion dollars. Learn about the economic impact of these IEEPA-imposed taxes, the key products at risk, and how higher import costs could reshape Oregon’s trade landscape and consumer prices.
What Do the Tariff Threats Against Canada, Mexico, and China Mean for Washington?
$4.2 Billion — in potential new tariff costs for Washington businesses, more than tripling the state’s total tariff burden.
How the Proposed Trump Administration Tariffs Likely Will Impact Washington State’s Economy
“Trump tariffs could cost Washington families $2,600+ annually, threatening 40% of state jobs tied to trade. Analysis shows proposed 60% China tariffs would harm agriculture exports, clean tech jobs, and small businesses while disrupting vital Canada-WA trade relationships. Learn how 2025 trade policies could impact the Pacific Northwest economy.”