Ferguson, a Democrat, told reporters at a news event in the Governor’s Conference Room that in his view, both chambers’ plans depend too much on taxes. Each would rely on a so-called wealth tax, an idea that he noted would likely attract immediate legal challenge if implemented.

OLYMPIA — Washington Senate and House budget leaders say they are weighing several options as they prepare for a "major pivot" after Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Tuesday that neither version of the operating budget proposals by Democratic lawmakers are

Gov. Bob Ferguson will not sign either the House or Senate budget proposals, citing concerns over untested wealth tax and potential federal cuts.