Washington Transportation Revenue Falls Short Despite Gas Tax Increase
June 29, 2026
Washington drivers are paying more at the pump as oil prices rise amid the war in Iran, and soon they will be paying even more.
Washington drivers are paying more at the pump as oil prices rise amid the war in Iran, and soon they will be paying even more.
Preparation for Budget Requests Washington state officials face a difficult financial road ahead. Despite billions in recent tax increases, state spending continues to outpace revenue
Signs of Stability After a Rocky Year Washington’s Economic and Revenue Forecast Council (ERFC) released its final forecast of the year on Tuesday, and for
Washington’s latest revenue forecast paints a challenging picture. The state expects roughly a half billion dollar shortfall in the current biennial operating budget, and lawmakers
As Washington State approaches the next legislative session, Washington State’s supplemental 2026 budget is taking center stage. Beginning January 12 and lasting just 60 days,
The 2025 legislative session may have wrapped, but the work in Olympia continues. Interim activities are already shaping the policy and budget debates ahead. From
June 24 Revenue Forecast Update: Economic Outlook Weakens; Governor Ferguson Responds The Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council released its quarterly update earlier this
The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council met on June 10 to review the latest Economic Review and adopt a new budget outlook. The Council includes
The Washington Legislature began the 2025 session facing a $15 billion operating budget deficit and a $1 billion transportation budget shortfall over four years. Click
As we enter the final stretch of the interim, the Washington State Legislature is gearing up for a new session that begins on January 13,