Priorities for Budget Development
Governor Ferguson’s budget priorities for 2027-29 Agency Requests
Education and Workforce: Improve educational outcomes and increase education and workforce opportunities.
Public Safety and Civil Rights: Strengthen public safety and protect civil rights for all.
Housing: Increase housing availability and affordability for all.
Affordability: Make life more affordable for all individuals and families.
Economy: Promote a robust, responsible, innovative state economy for all Washingtonians.
Healthcare: Support affordable healthcare for all and protect reproductive rights.
Climate and Environment: Protect and sustain Washington’s environmental, cultural and natural resources.
Infrastructure: Preserve, maintain and improve the state’s public infrastructure to ensure Washington’s long-term success and resiliency.
Governance: Make state government more efficient and effective, centering people in every decision.