The state is grappling with a projected budget shortfall of $10 billion to $12 billion over the next four years.

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson unveiled a plan Thursday he says could save Washington $4.4 billion over the next four years, as lawmakers prepare to address an estimated budget shortfall of about $12 billion over the same period.

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson revealed plans to ask all state agencies to reduce their projected spending by 6%.

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson said he is calling for a 6% across-the-board spending cut from state agencies on his first day in office.

Washington's incoming governor is breaking from some key members of his party on how to tackle the state's looming budget shortfall, as he unveils his plans on future state spending.