Lawmakers left Olympia this spring facing a tight budget picture. Now, the interim is entering its most important stretch. The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council
Washington’s August primary results beg a major question heading into November: Could Democrats expand their legislative majorities into supermajority control? Democrats already hold large majorities
Washington voters have already begun voting in the primary election being held on August 4, 2026. While final outcomes will be decided in November, the
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
The Washington State Legislature returns to Olympia this week for Committee Assembly Days—an annual chance for lawmakers to gather ahead of the 2026 session and
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,
As summer winds down and Labor Day approaches, Washington’s policymakers and advocates begin to shift their focus to the upcoming 2026 legislative session. With just
On July 22, the Washington State Senate Health and Long-Term Care Committee met to discuss the impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill (HR-1) on
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
