Dear friends and neighbors, 

We have just under a week left in the 2026 legislative session. As we inch closer to the finish line, I’m eager to share some updates on our progress with you. 

COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS 

In addition to the operating budget, the Legislature must pass supplemental capital and transportation budgets. The capital budget funds broad range of construction and repair projects statewide, like schools, behavioral health facilities, and housing. While transportation covers both the operating and capital costs of highways, ferries, bridges, and more.  

Capital 

The supplemental capital budget proposal would invest nearly $7 million in the 38th, including:   

  • $515,000 for the Everett Health Engagement Hub expansion 
  • $3,850,000 for the Everett Bridge Housing project led by the Everett Gospel Mission 
  • $309,000 for Helping Hands Supportive Housing in Everett 
  • $2,050,000 for the Tulalip School acquisition 

Transportation  

The supplemental transportation budget plan would fund ongoing and new district projects, like:     

  • State Route 9/State Route 92 intersection improvement project 
  • North Broadway pedestrian bridge 
  • U.S. 2 Trestle capacity improvements and westbound Trestle replacement  
  • 156th Street railroad overcrossing  
  • Snohomish River Regional Trail 

I will continue to advocate alongside my seatmates, Reps. Mary Fosse and Julio Cortes, to ensure these projects and investments are included in the final capital and transportation budgets — stay tuned for additional updates. You can also find more details on both proposals at fiscal.wa.gov. 

BUDGET NEXT STEPS 

Right now, our Senate budget team is in “conference” with our House counterparts to determine the final supplemental operating budget. This means we are looking at all of the differences in our individual proposals and working together to negotiate a plan that reflects our shared priorities and continues to move our state forward. We’ve received a great deal of feedback throughout the session — from constituents, stakeholders and our colleagues on both sides of the aisle — and all of it is being taken into account as we work to craft a final budget that meets the needs of Washingtonians statewide. Once both chambers agree on the details, the final budget will be voted on by each and sent to the governor for approval by session’s end on next Thursday, March 12.   

WHAT WE’RE HEARING FROM YOU 

Many of you have written to share concerns about reductions in the supplemental operating budget. I hear you. This has been another challenging budget year. Slower revenue growth, rising caseloads, and increasing costs in health care, long-term care, behavioral health, and K-12 education have required difficult decisions. 

Every reduction was approached with care and deliberation. The goal has been to minimize harm, protect the most critical services, and preserve long-term stability for the state. That does not make the impacts any less real for the people and communities affected. 

I remain committed to making thoughtful, responsible decisions that protect essential supports while keeping our state on sound fiscal footing. 

STAY IN TOUCH  

Staying connected with the people I represent is one of the most important parts of this job. Your insights and feedback help shape the work we do in Olympia, and I value the conversations we have — whether it’s over email, on the phone, or in person. I encourage you to reach out, follow along for updates, and stay engaged in the legislative process as the 2026 session continues. 

Sincerely,   

Sen. June Robinson