Washington state budget deficit – ClarkCountyToday.com

WA Senate narrowly advances bill to reduce education spending by $176M through 2031

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 02:02:48 +0000

The Washington Senate passed a bill by a 25-24 vote that would reduce and delay some education funding to help address the state’s budget shortfall.

Incoming Gov. Ferguson describes taxes as a ‘last resort’ for WA budget deficit

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:27:51 +0000

Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson emphasizes reduced spending over new taxes to address Washington's $4 billion budget shortfall.

Washington state’s spending spree drives massive deficit

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:24:20 +0000

Washington state faces a massive budget deficit following years of increased spending and new taxes.

The driver behind Washington state’s budget shortfall

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 02:42:57 +0000

Washington state faces a $12 billion budget shortfall, despite record tax revenues and new taxes.

After evading repeal, will Washington expand its capital gains tax to lower incomes?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 21:51:17 +0000

One member of a prominent Washington think tank suspects lawmakers are considering modifying the capital gains tax to generate more revenue for state coffers Brett DavisThe Center Square Washington A general income tax in Washington state appears to be off the table for now, even as voters retained the state’s capital gains tax by failing ...