Dear friends and neighbors,   The 2023 legislative session has concluded, and these past few months have been a time of immense progress and accomplishment.   Much of our legislature’s attention has been devoted to finalizing three budgets: operating, capital, and transportation. These budgets provide significant funding that will be allocated to projects and organizations across our state and in the 49th Legislative District.   Operating Budget  This year, the Legislature passed a $69.3 billion operating budget that will fund critical services across Washington. Investments are being made in behavioral health care, public schools, and affordable housing.   Highlights of this budget include:  

• $270 million for a rate increase ...
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