Economic Impact of Washington Tribes
Washington tribes contributed more than $3.5 billion to Washington’s gross state product (GSP), according to a Taylor Policy Group study conducted in 2011. Washington tribes purchased more than $2.4 billion in goods and services from private companies. More than $1.3 billion was paid in wages and benefits to 27,300 employees, including 18,000 non-tribal member employees. State and local taxes paid by suppliers and employees amounted to $255 million.
In addition . . . , Washington’s tribes also invested $259 million in construction of buildings and infrastructure, generating an additional $12.4 million in state and local tax revenue.
–“Washington Tribes: Contributing Now More Than Ever,” 2012
Which tribal contributions to Washington’s economy does this passage describe? Check all that apply.
buying stocks and bonds
investing in infrastructure
paying state and local taxes
providing wages and benefits
purchasing goods and services
starting new businesses and farms