‘Financial iceberg’; Washington’s budget woes worse than originally projected
The state of Washington is in worse budget shape than initially thought, according to the new budget forecast issued Tuesday. The Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council says the state will collect $412 million less than previously projected for the 2025-2027 biennium. Over the next four years, the state expects to collect $903 million less than initially projected. Continue reading at KXLY. (KXLY)
Washington state responds to Trump’s warning about Tylenol use, autism
After President Donald Trump warned pregnant women not to take Tylenol, citing unproven links between acetaminophen and rising rates of autism, the Washington State Department of Health said established research indicates the drug is safe to take. “Years of research have shown that acetaminophen is a safe and reliable treatment for fever and mild pain, including when used during pregnancy,” the Washington State Department of Health said in a Facebook post on Sept. 23. “DOH also reaffirms that vaccines remain a critical tool for protecting maternal and child health.” Continue reading at Kitsap Sun. (Getty)
WA Secretary of State rejects DOJ request for voter registration data
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs has declined a request from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) seeking access to the state’s voter registration database, including sensitive personal information. In a letter sent Tuesday, Hobbs cited “legal and privacy concerns” under state law, stating that the DOJ’s request lacked sufficient legal justification and risked violating voter confidentiality. Continue reading at KIRO. (KIRO)
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