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flag Washington state faces a $3.5 billion budget gap, forcing spending cuts and no new spending in 2026.

flag Washington state faces a severe budget shortfall, with Senate budget chair June Robinson warning lawmakers there is no money for new spending in the 2026 session due to declining tax revenues. flag Despite $4 billion in new taxes and a $77.8 billion operating budget, updated forecasts show a $3.5 billion revenue gap, threatening essential services and reserves. flag Federal funding cuts, tariffs, and a prolonged government shutdown worsen the crisis. flag Robinson and House leaders urge fiscal restraint, while Governor Ferguson’s upcoming budget proposal may include major cuts and vetoes of unfunded requests.

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