It’s progress like this that makes me proud to be your governor.
Together, we passed a capital budget that put thousands of Washingtonians to work, all across the state. If you want more affordable housing, better mental health care, and school construction — you’ve got it.
This is the power of the Blue Wall. Last year, Republicans blocked any attempt to pass a construction budget with much-needed funding for infrastructure across the state. But with a united legislature, we were able to move forward with a capital budget that will benefit the entire state.
At a time when Republicans in Washington D.C. would rather shut down government than protect Dreamers and our kids’ healthcare, we’re focused on getting things done and putting people to work. While D.C. fails to show any real leadership, our state government is making measurable progress.
- In Yakima, students will get the renovations they deserve to combat overcrowding at East Valley High School.
- In Sequim, biologists can finally upgrade the Dungeness Hatchery to improve fish passage.
- In Ephrata, the community can finally replace an aging water line.
We’re investing $4.2 billion in more than 1,400 construction projects. We’re ensuring safe drinking water, building affordable housing, and improving dozens of schools. This means sustainable infrastructure, and this means jobs: We’re creating more than 19,000 jobs in every corner of the state.
Dotting the i’s and crossing the t’s on a bill like this is hard work — but it’s that work which makes sure we’re actually serving the people of our state.
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Very truly yours,
Jay Inslee
Be a Seed for Change 
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