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Governor Ferguson signs Washington's contentious $77.9B operating budget
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has signed one of the most hotly debated pieces of legislation—the state’s operating budget.
After months of political tug-of-war, lawmakers agreed on SB 5167, a massive $77.9 billion operating budget for the next two years.
“I so do appreciate everyone who has worked so hard on this budget,” Ferguson said at the bill signing.
Senate Republicans broke down the operating budget, via a news release, which includes $4.5 billion in new spending and $12.5 billion in state and local taxes. Also, 42% of the budget will be spent on K-12 education.
https://mynorthwest.com/mynorthwest-politics/ferguson-washington-budget/4089709