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State report highlights opportunities to strengthen maternal health care in Washington

As May marks Women’s Health Month, maternal health care in Washington is at a pivotal moment. A recent report published by the Washington State Office of Financial Management reveals a new overall decline in the state’s birth rate, a rise in the costs of giving birth, and continued disparities in costs and access to maternal care depending on race and socioeconomic background. The findings serve as a call to action to address disparities and...

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State report highlights opportunities to strengthen maternal health care in Washington

As May marks Women’s Health Month, maternal health care in Washington is at a pivotal moment. A recent report published by the Washington State Office of Financial Management reveals a new overall decline in the state’s birth rate, a rise in the costs of giving birth, and continued disparities in costs and access to maternal care depending on race and socioeconomic background. The findings serve as a call to action to address disparities and improve care for every mother and child in the state.

April economic report: Potential suspension of aircraft exports to China could result in 19,000 fewer jobs in WA

April's economic snapshot is now available:

This month we have added trends on Washington imports and exports. We have also highlighted the possible impacts of a potential suspension of Boeing deliveries to China (p. 12).

Projected state revenue through 2029 down by $845 million

Washington’s projected Near General Fund revenue collections through 2029 decreased by $845 million overall from the November 2024 forecast, according to estimates released today by the Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council.

The forecast is comprised of revenue estimates for the current biennium (2023–25) which ends June 30, 2025, the next biennium (2025–27), and the subsequent biennium (2027–29).

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Gov. Ferguson presents plan to save $4 billion to address historic budget shortfall

Work to identify potential savings and efficiencies continues

OLYMPIA — On Day 43 of his administration, Governor Bob Ferguson proposed a plan to save approximately $4 billion. Ferguson’s proposals:

Nominate a state employee or team for a Public Service Recognition Award in 2025

If you know a state employee who consistently excels beyond expectations, you have until February 14 to nominate them for either the Extra Mile Award or the Leadership Award.

They could be a coworker, your employee, your supervisor, or a whole team (section, division or department) - anyone who you think has made a meaningful impact and deserves recognition for their dedication to public service.

Inslee releases future-focused budget proposal, highlights the growing costs of income inequality

Today, Gov. Jay Inslee released a balanced budget proposal that protects progress on the programs and services that working families and businesses depend on — public safety, education, early learning, housing and behavioral health.

New report and dashboard show Climate Commitment Act investments

See how 37 state agencies spent nearly $500 million across the state on transit, wildfire preparedness, clean energy and more  

Projected state revenue through 2029 down by $400M

OLYMPIA – Washington’s projected Near General Fund revenue collections through 2029 decreased by $400 million overall from the September 2024 forecast, according to estimates released today by the Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council.

The forecast is comprised of revenue estimates for the current biennium (2023–25, which ends June 30, 2025), the next biennium (2025–27), and the subsequent biennium (2027–29).

Projected state revenue through 2029 down by $39 million

Washington’s projected Near General Fund revenue collections through 2029 decreased by $39 million overall from the June 2024 forecast, according to estimates released today by the Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council.

The forecast is comprised of revenue estimates for the current biennium (2023–25), which ends June 30, 2025, the next biennium (2025–27) and the subsequent biennium (2027–29).

Projected collections for the 2023–25 state budget decreased by $49 million to just below $66.5 billion — about a 0.1% decrease from the June 2024 forecast.

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