WA Gov. Ferguson calls for millionaires’ tax in State of the State address
Gov. Bob Ferguson used his State of the State address to call for a new tax on Washington’s wealthiest earners, propose housing investments and sharply condemned federal immigration enforcement.
Gov. Bob Ferguson used his State of the State address to call for a new tax on Washington’s wealthiest earners, propose housing investments and sharply condemned federal immigration enforcement.
Gov. Ferguson delivers State of the State address
Governor Bob Ferguson laid out a bold agenda at Tuesday's State of the State, calling for a new "millionaire tax" and record-breaking housing investments.
Governor Bob Ferguson laid out a bold agenda at Tuesday's State of the State, calling for a new "millionaire tax" and record-breaking housing investments.
WA legislative session: Budget, millionaire income tax, flood relief, ICE protection
Washington state's 2026 legislative session starts Jan. 12, and the big question at hand is balancing the budget. Gov. Bob Ferguson has already proposed spending more money than what is coming in, so leaders will discuss what they can and can't do. Other than balancing the budget, other topics include a millionaire income tax, federal disaster relief from widespread flooding and protection from ICE.
Washington state's 2026 legislative session starts Jan. 12, and the big question at hand is balancing the budget. Gov. Bob Ferguson has already proposed spending more money than what is coming in, so leaders will discuss what they can and can't do. Other than balancing the budget, other topics include a millionaire income tax, federal disaster relief from widespread flooding and protection from ICE.
WA Gov. Ferguson eyes millionaire tax in 2026 Legislative Session
Gov. Ferguson, along with top state lawmakers from both sides of the aisle, discussed their priorities for the 2026 Legislative Session that begins on Monday.
Gov. Ferguson, along with top state lawmakers from both sides of the aisle, discussed their priorities for the 2026 Legislative Session that begins on Monday.
Debate over taxes and spending will dominate 2026’s legislative session
The 2026 legislative session starts on Monday in Olympia where taxes, spending and cuts will be a big source of debate to balance a two-year budget.
The 2026 legislative session starts on Monday in Olympia where taxes, spending and cuts will be a big source of debate to balance a two-year budget.
WA man charged with threatening to kill Gov. Ferguson, AG Brown
A Snohomish man is accused of threatening to kill Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown in emails sent to their offices earlier this month.
A Snohomish man is accused of threatening to kill Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown in emails sent to their offices earlier this month.
Washington lawmakers to open 2026 legislative session next week
Washington’s 2026 legislative session begins in one week, launching a 60-day run from Jan. 12 to March 12 as lawmakers turn to a supplemental budget to adjust the two-year spending plan passed last year.
Washington’s 2026 legislative session begins in one week, launching a 60-day run from Jan. 12 to March 12 as lawmakers turn to a supplemental budget to adjust the two-year spending plan passed last year.
National Guard patrolling WA levees through holidays
Gov. Ferguson shared an update on National Guard deployment in Washington as servicemembers continue patrolling levees impacted by floodwaters.
Gov. Ferguson shared an update on National Guard deployment in Washington as servicemembers continue patrolling levees impacted by floodwaters.
Gov. Ferguson orders flags lowered for WA trooper killed on duty
Governor Bob Ferguson has issued a directive requiring all state agencies to lower state and American flags in honor of the WSP trooper killed in the line of duty last week.
Governor Bob Ferguson has issued a directive requiring all state agencies to lower state and American flags in honor of the WSP trooper killed in the line of duty last week.
Gov. Ferguson backs millionaire income tax
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson says he supports a proposed 9.9% income tax on earnings over $1 million and is prepared to sign it into law next year.
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson says he supports a proposed 9.9% income tax on earnings over $1 million and is prepared to sign it into law next year.
Gov. Ferguson approved resources for levee breaches
After heavy rain brought devastating flooding to western Washington, governor Bob Ferguson approved disaster resources for affected individuals.
After heavy rain brought devastating flooding to western Washington, governor Bob Ferguson approved disaster resources for affected individuals.
WA Gov. Ferguson backs income tax on WA residents earning over $1M
The so-called “millionaires tax" could raise $3 billion annually, starting in 2029. It would likely face legal challenges and need to go to voters for approval.
The so-called “millionaires tax" could raise $3 billion annually, starting in 2029. It would likely face legal challenges and need to go to voters for approval.
Officials warn flood threat could rise again as state boosts levee protection
Gov. Bob Ferguson said the risk of river flooding has eased for now but could increase again by late December as another atmospheric river threatens Washington. The state has mobilized National Guard members, added swift-water rescue teams and created a levee breach strike team, while local leaders urge residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert and report signs of levee damage.
Gov. Bob Ferguson said the risk of river flooding has eased for now but could increase again by late December as another atmospheric river threatens Washington. The state has mobilized National Guard members, added swift-water rescue teams and created a levee breach strike team, while local leaders urge residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert and report signs of levee damage.
Gov. Ferguson warns flood threat remains as National Guard patrols King County levees
Gov. Bob Ferguson said the risk of additional levee breaches in King County has decreased but remains a concern as flooding continues across Washington. He announced 100 National Guard members are being mobilized, including teams assigned to monitor levees around the clock along rivers such as the Green and White.
Gov. Bob Ferguson said the risk of additional levee breaches in King County has decreased but remains a concern as flooding continues across Washington. He announced 100 National Guard members are being mobilized, including teams assigned to monitor levees around the clock along rivers such as the Green and White.
Gov. Ferguson, local leaders update WA residents on flooding response
"There has been historic stress," the governor said, on Washington's levee infrastructure. There will be 24/7 spotters from the national guard watching for breaches over the Christmas holiday.
"There has been historic stress," the governor said, on Washington's levee infrastructure. There will be 24/7 spotters from the national guard watching for breaches over the Christmas holiday.
Gov. Ferguson announces WA housing investment propsal
As Gov. Bob Ferguson drafts his 2026 budget, he is proposing a major new investment aimed at addressing Washington’s ongoing affordable housing crisis.
As Gov. Bob Ferguson drafts his 2026 budget, he is proposing a major new investment aimed at addressing Washington’s ongoing affordable housing crisis.
WA governor warns of months-long closure of US 2
A 50-mile stretch of US 2 in Washington will remain closed for months with no estimated reopening date, Gov. Bob Ferguson said on Tuesday.
A 50-mile stretch of US 2 in Washington will remain closed for months with no estimated reopening date, Gov. Bob Ferguson said on Tuesday.
Gov. Ferguson, WA senators tour Mount Vernon’s flood wall after atmospheric river
On Saturday, Governor Bob Ferguson, Senator Patty Murray and Senator Maria Cantwell met with Mount Vernon Mayor Peter Donovan to visit one of the areas hit by the historic floods and to see firsthand how the flood wall there held up.
On Saturday, Governor Bob Ferguson, Senator Patty Murray and Senator Maria Cantwell met with Mount Vernon Mayor Peter Donovan to visit one of the areas hit by the historic floods and to see firsthand how the flood wall there held up.
WA Gov. Ferguson updates public on flooding response
Governor Bob Ferguson held a press conference on Friday as communities across Washington deal with severe flooding conditions due to an enduring atmospheric river this week.
Governor Bob Ferguson held a press conference on Friday as communities across Washington deal with severe flooding conditions due to an enduring atmospheric river this week.
'Flood levels are potentially historic': Governor warns WA as flooding threatens levees
With Skagit County’s levees facing their biggest test since 2021 repairs, 300 National Guard members have been deployed as officials warn the flooding could reach historic levels.
With Skagit County’s levees facing their biggest test since 2021 repairs, 300 National Guard members have been deployed as officials warn the flooding could reach historic levels.