Governor-elect Ferguson proposes 6% budget cuts

Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson proposes $4B in reduced spending to help narrow WA’s budget gap
The state is grappling with a projected budget shortfall of $10 billion to $12 billion over the next four years.
How does Governor-elect Bob Ferguson plan to balance WA’s massive budget?
KIRO 7′s Monique Ming Laven sat down for an exclusive interview with Governor-elect Bob Ferguson to ask him how he plans to address the issue and what it could mean for your family.
Democratic Governor-elect Ferguson proposes bold spending cuts, echoing what Republicans have wanted
Governor-elect Bob Ferguson revealed plans to ask all state agencies to reduce their projected spending by 6%.
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson unveils $4 billion in cuts amid 'very significant budget shortfall'
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson unveiled a plan Thursday he says could save Washington $4.4 billion over the next four years as lawmakers prepare to address an estimated budget shortfall of about $12 billion over the same period.
Governor-elect Ferguson calls for $4 billion in state cuts to offset budget shortfall
Governor-elect Bob Ferguson said he is calling for a 6% across-the-board spending cut from state agencies on his first day in office.
Washington Governor-elect Ferguson proposes sweeping budget cuts to combat $12B shortfall
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington Governor-elect Bob Ferguson is calling for near across-the-board state agency budget cuts to help bail the state out of a forecasted deficit. Ferguson, a Democrat who will be sworn in next Wednesday, said he has advised agency heads to come up with ways to find, on average, 6% in savings.
Incoming Gov. Ferguson describes taxes as a ‘last resort’ for WA budget deficit
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson has released his office’s budget priorities, which call for $4 billion in reduced spending by Washington state agencies while describing new taxes as a “last resort.” The call for reduced spending is in response to a multi-billion shortfall for the upcoming 2025-2027 biennium,
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Bob Ferguson vows to make fixing Washington's ferry system a 'top priority'
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Ferguson addresses state budget by asking for cuts, skepticism of new taxes
Bob Ferguson outlined ideas to save $4 billion in the Washington state budget, and downplayed the idea of looking for new tax revenue.
Ferguson may delay converting ferries to electric power
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Spin Control: How to keep up with the Legislature as it faces changes, red ink and drama
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Ferguson opposes wealth tax, calls for spending cuts, but boost for K-12
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson’s budget proposal diverges from the spending increases proposed by outgoing Gov. Jay Inslee.