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State supplemental budget makes huge investments in addressing fentanyl, boosts commitments to students, housing, and climate action

State supplemental budget makes huge investments in addressing fentanyl, boosts commitments to students, housing, and climate action

OLYMPIA – Budget leaders in both chambers unveiled an agreed-to budget that puts Washington’s families and students first. The supplemental budget, which builds on last year’s biennial budget, also makes the state’s biggest commitment ever in combating substance use disorder in our communities – a priority for Democrats in both chambers. Supplemental budgets traditionally roll out to lower fanfare and often address minor tweaks and adjustments where necessary. But Democrats identified needs in communities across the state and directed funding to ensure no one is left behind as the state continues to support families and individuals recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. “This spending plan underscores our dedication to responsible governance and meeting the pressing needs of communities statewide. It reflects our shared ...

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About June

Sen. June Robinson represents Washington state’s 38th Legislative District, which includes Everett, Marysville, and the Tulalip Reservation. She serves as chair of the Senate Ways & Means Committee and is a member of the Health & Long Term Care Committee. She served in the House of Representatives from 2013 until May 2020, when she was appointed to the Senate.

Read Sen. Robinson’s full biography here.

June In The News

The Olympian: WA House and Senate lawmakers release $71 billion supplemental operating budget plans

The Olympian: WA House and Senate lawmakers release $71 billion supplemental operating budget plans

Washington state House and Senate lawmakers announced their supplemental operating budget proposals Monday, with each chamber dedicating most of the funding to K-12 education and behavioral health. Senate lawmakers are proposing a $71.7 billion supplemental operating budget, adding approximately $1.9 billion ...

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Washington State Standard: How Washington lawmakers want to spend another $2 billion with this year’s state budget

Washington State Standard: How Washington lawmakers want to spend another $2 billion with this year’s state budget

Pay raises and inflation. Hospital beds and opioid treatments. Special education and college financial aid. Electric-powered fire trucks and soccer field renovations. Democratic budget writers in the Senate and House penciled in money for these, and much more, in spending proposals ...

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Everett Herald: Editorial: Robinson smart choice to head Senate budget panel

Everett Herald: Editorial: Robinson smart choice to head Senate budget panel

By The Herald Editorial Board State Sen. June Robinson, D-Everett, reacted to her appointment to chair of the Senate’s Ways and Means Committee, with the humility expected from a veteran lawmaker who has worked effectively behind the scenes on policy and ...

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