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Governor Ferguson signs three executive orders moments after inauguration

Governor Ferguson takes immediate action on key issues: housing, reproductive freedom and permitting reform.

Governor-elect Ferguson hosts first listening sessions on Washington State Ferries

Governor-elect Ferguson held his first events focused on the Washington state ferry system. The events in Mukilteo and Clinton included…

Gov.-elect Ferguson announces budget priorities, including $4 billion in reduced spending

Washington state faces a projected budget shortfall of more than $12 billion over the next four years. Given the urgency of the budget…

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson forms transition committee to improve public safety 

“Our public safety challenges, including a statewide fentanyl epidemic, require immediate action,” said Ferguson. “Washington ranks last in…
Governor Ferguson headshot in a park wearing a blue suit

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