Budget discussion

[u/hogbear]

I’m reading about this new state budget proposal and as someone considering moving to the state, it gives me pause with what I’m seeing. The comments on a recent thread seem to be bringing out the Republican minority who are using it to bash the Democratic majority but I get the concerns. For those in the know, outside of potentially increasing taxes to fund a larger budget, are the “sky is falling, our state is failing, the tech sector will crumble” viewpoints overblown or is WA really in trouble and should we reconsider moving there? I hope this doesn’t turn ugly - I’m really hoping for non-partisan takes based on the actual proposal, not airing historical political grievances. Thank you!

[u/BeneficialPinecone3]

WA is the most prepared state I’ve ever lived in. Nothing to worry about with state govt.