WA state worker union OKs new contract with no pay hike

By: Jerry Cornfield

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: September 28, 2026

Words: 697

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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In a closely watched decision, Washington’s largest union of state government workers has ratified a new two-year contract that provides no pay raises but avoids takeaways on health care and other benefits.

Members of the Washington Federation of State Employees approved the agreement Friday, closing the book on a frustrating monthslong negotiation with representatives of Gov. Bob Ferguson who cited a looming budget shortfall for their steadfast refusal to offer …

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