The purpose of the House of Representatives is to initiate legislation affecting public policy, act on legislation proposed in the Senate, provide for the levying and collecting of taxes and other revenue to support state government and to assist local governments, and appropriate funds for these purposes.
Agency Mission
As stewards of the public trust, guided by our state Constitution, the Washington state House of Representatives establishes laws and policies to protect individual rights, provide quality education and other essential services, facilitate economic growth and preserve quality of life for current and future citizens.
Request
132,820,000
Net change from current biennium
9,928,000 Increase
Percent change from current biennium
8.1% Increase
Operating Budget: Summary
Appropriated Funds
2023-25 Appropriations
Appropriated Funds
Expenditures
Amount
Estimated Balance
2021-23 Actual
2023-25 Estimated
2025-27 Proposed
Legislative Oral History Account - Nonappropriated
600
Gina Grant Bull Mem Leg Page Schol - Nonappropriated