Governor-elect Ferguson proposes 6% budget cuts

Incoming Gov. Ferguson describes taxes as a ‘last resort’ for WA budget deficit
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson has released his office’s budget priorities that calls for $4 billion in reduced spending by Washington state agencies, while describing new taxes as a “last resort.” The call for reduced spending is in response to a multi-billion shortfall for the upcoming 2025-2027 biennium,
How does Governor-elect Bob Ferguson plan to balance WA’s massive budget?
KIRO 7′s Monique Ming Laven sat down for an exclusive interview with Governor-elect Bob Ferguson to ask him how he plans to address the issue and what it could mean for your family.
Governor-elect Ferguson calls for $4 billion in state cuts to offset budget shortfall
Governor-elect Bob Ferguson said he is calling for a 6% across-the-board spending cut from state agencies on his first day in office.
Ferguson opposes wealth tax, calls for spending cuts, but boost for K-12
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson’s budget proposal diverges from the spending increases proposed by outgoing Gov. Jay Inslee.
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson unveils $4 billion in cuts amid 'very significant budget shortfall'
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson unveiled a plan Thursday he says could save Washington $4.4 billion over the next four years as lawmakers prepare to address an estimated budget shortfall of about $12 billion over the same period.
Ferguson pitches $4B in spending cuts, voices skepticism of ‘wealth tax’
Washington Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson released his blueprint Thursday for chopping billions in state spending while investing millions in education and public safety in his first term — without the aid
Governor-elect Ferguson proposes 6% budget cuts, ‘skeptical’ about wealth tax
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Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson proposes $4B in reduced spending to help narrow WA’s budget gap
The state is grappling with a projected budget shortfall of $10 billion to $12 billion over the next four years.
Ferguson may delay converting ferries to electric power
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson said Wednesday he may postpone the ongoing work to convert the fleet's largest ferries to electric ...
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The Washington budget mystery: How big is the state’s deficit really?
Washington faces a budget deficit, but is it really $12 billion as Bob Ferguson states? Democrats and Republicans can't agree ...
Governor-elect Bob Ferguson visits Spokane ahead of taking office
The governor-elect was in town to discuss a bill that would provide free school meals for all students in WA beginning next ...
Who will helm WA’s health care agencies? Ferguson announces 2 temporary appointments
The governor-elect on Thursday revealed who he has chosen to temporarily lead the Department of Health and the Health Care Authority.
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Inslee strengthens abortion laws as one of departing acts before leaving office
Washington Governor Jay Inslee is working to strengthen the state's abortion laws before he's replaced by Governor-elect Bob ...
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Gov.-elect Ferguson promotes assistant secretary to lead WA Department of Transportation
Julie Meredith brings deep experience and leadership and a strong commitment to public service to this role,” the governor-elect said in a statement.
Bob Ferguson vows to make fixing Washington's ferry system a 'top priority'
Governor-elect Bob Ferguson boarded a state ferry Wednesday and sailed into uncharted waters on Wednesday. The state ferry ...