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Governor Ferguson appoints Jehiel Baer to Snohomish County Superior Court

July 17, 2026

Baer joins the Snohomish County bench after more than 13 years of legal experience

Washington state pushes back on federal overreach that threatens far-ranging issues from public health to the state budget

July 15, 2026

Governor Bob Ferguson and numerous state agencies are pushing back against the Trump administration’s proposed sweeping changes to federal funding for communities and states.

Governor Ferguson announces new legislative proposal: Requiring FAFSA or WASFA or opt-out to graduate high school

July 13, 2026

DES MOINES — Today, Governor Bob Ferguson announced his next major legislative proposal: Requiring all high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid — known as the…