The 2026 Legislative Session ended with a huge victory for progressive revenue after the passage of SB 6346: The Millionaire’s Tax. Once collection starts in 2029, this tax - which … Continue reading What’s next for the Millionaire’s Tax?
2026 Legislative Recap and Final Budget Analysis
We've made it to the end of yet another legislative session. This year, the legislature raced to fit their work into the eight-week short session while attempting to balance the … Continue reading 2026 Legislative Recap and Final Budget Analysis
2026 Budget Comparison
Already agree that our state should fund a budget with robust investments in health and human services? Write to your lawmakers now! The Governor, Senate, and House have all released … Continue reading 2026 Budget Comparison
Stories and Scenes from MLK Lobby Day 2026: It Takes A Village!
Our 2026 MLK Lobby Day was a huge success with 300+ advocates joining us for a day of action. This year's theme, It Takes A Village, reminds us that we … Continue reading Stories and Scenes from MLK Lobby Day 2026: It Takes A Village!
Community Highlight: Diane Evans
Welcome to our Community Highlight series. Over the next few months, we'll be sharing stories from community members who pave the way with their advocacy, organizing, and determination to create … Continue reading Community Highlight: Diane Evans
2025-27 Final Budget Analysis
On Tuesday, May 20, Governor Ferguson signed Washington's final budget for the 2025-27 biennium. With the $16 billion budget deficit at the forefront of all conversations, we fought this session … Continue reading 2025-27 Final Budget Analysis
2025 Budget Comparison
Throughout the 2025 Legislative Session, the Governor, House of Representatives, and Senate have each proposed an operating budget for the 2025-2027 biennium. The operating budget determines the level of funding … Continue reading 2025 Budget Comparison
Press Release: House and Senate Budget Proposals Balance Budget with Progressive Revenue, But Implementation Delays Raise Concerns
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Celeste Levy; celestel@povertyaction.org Seattle, WA - This week, the Washington state House of Representatives and Senate each released their proposed budgets, aimed at setting a financial … Continue reading Press Release: House and Senate Budget Proposals Balance Budget with Progressive Revenue, But Implementation Delays Raise Concerns
Statement from Executive Director Marcy Bowers on Creating a Balanced Budget for Washington
At the Statewide Poverty Action Network, we are fighting for a world where everyone has what they need to meet their most basic needs, no matter what. Over the past … Continue reading Statement from Executive Director Marcy Bowers on Creating a Balanced Budget for Washington
Massive Cuts to Medicaid Are on the Table. Here’s What You Need to Know.
The Statewide Poverty Action Network typically works on legislation within Washington State, with the aim of ending poverty in Washington and supporting low-income communities. However, actions at the federal level … Continue reading Massive Cuts to Medicaid Are on the Table. Here’s What You Need to Know.
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