operating budget

The state operating and capital budgets were approved by lawmakers in the last days of this year's legislative session last week.

The $69.8 billion operating budget for the 2023-25 cycle is currently in good shape with more money flowing into the state than was projected originally.

Republican Assistant Minority Floor Leader Chris Corry of Yakima says his party was shut out of negotiations over.

Washington State Legislative Republicans released their proposed two-year operating budget Tuesday. Auburn Representative Drew Stokesbary says it’s a fiscally responsible, sustainable plan that provides real solutions. "Unlike the governor’s plan, it doesn’t raise taxes on anything or anybody. In fact, it cuts ...

The Washington State House passed their budget yesterday along party lines. Democrats praised the bill saying it puts families first, reduces property taxes and fully funds education. Republicans like Vicki Kraft of Vancouver questioned instituting a capital gains tax among other things...