Virus to have longstanding effect on state budget Even once Washington’s economy fully reopens, the effect on state revenues from the coronavirus shutdown is expected to be felt for months…
Friday, April 24
State: More than $1.4 billion in unemployment benefits paid More than $1.4 billion in unemployment benefits have been paid out in Washington since business closures and layoffs related to the…
Statement from Speaker Laurie Jinkins on recent comments from Rep. Sutherland
Speaker of the House Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) released the following statement today regarding recent comments made by state Rep. Robert Sutherland: “People’s lives are at stake, and this is no…
Thursday, April 23
Washington state builds coronavirus contact tracing ‘fire brigade’ If life is going to return to anything like normal in the next few months, experts say we’re going to need a…
Wednesday, April 22
Inslee says elective surgeries, outdoor recreation and some construction could restart as Washington begins to recover from coronavirus Gov. Jay Inslee Tuesday evening announced a road map for reopening Washington’s…