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Governor Ferguson requests federal tax extension for individuals, businesses impacted by wildfire
August 20, 2026
OLYMPIA – Governor Ferguson has sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent requesting disaster tax relief for people impacted by Washington’s wildfires.
Governor Ferguson issues emergency proclamation suspending state laws to help those impacted by wildfires
August 10, 2026
SPOKANE — Governor Bob Ferguson today signed an emergency proclamation suspending state laws to help those impacted by Washington’s devastating wildfires.
Governor Ferguson announces federal public health emergency for communities impacted by wildfires
August 7, 2026
Emergency declaration expands access to health care and critical services for those in wildfire-affected communities
Governor Ferguson celebrates the start of construction on first new ferry in more than a decade, exercises option to build third vessel
August 5, 2026
Governor Bob Ferguson announced today that Eastern Shipbuilding Group began construction on Washington’s first new ferry in 11 years, an important milestone in his pledge to reform and rebuild Washington’s ferry system. The occasion will be marked by a ceremonial steel cutting event today at Eastern’s shipyard in Panama City, Fla., to begin construction of the first new 160-vehicle hybrid-electric ferry.
Governor Ferguson announces federal emergency declaration for devastating wildfires
August 4, 2026
Governor Bob Ferguson announced today that the federal government has granted his request for an emergency declaration for the devastating wildfires burning in Eastern Washington. The declaration allows our federal partners to mobilize their resources and personnel to support our response, and unlocks resources for state, local and tribal governments.
Governor Ferguson declares statewide wildfire emergency, issues statewide burn ban
August 1, 2026
OLYMPIA — Today, Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide state of emergency due to our drought conditions, unusually high temperatures and high winds all exacerbating our record-setting wildfires. The declaration includes a statewide prohibition on most outdoor and agricultural burning through September 30, 2026.
ESD Commissioner Cami Feek to temporarily helm Department of Enterprise Services following departure of Director Matt Jones
July 22, 2026
Today, Governor Bob Ferguson announced that Department of Enterprise Services Director Matt Jones is departing from his leadership position as leader of DES, effective today. To provide consistent leadership through the transition, Employment Security Department Commissioner Cami Feek will temporarily serve as director of DES.
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 FAFSA — or its state equivalent, in order to graduate high school or opt-out. This will be Governor-request legislation in the upcoming legislative session.