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2019

04/17/2019 - Inslee signs bill that protects ACA health care insurance practices

04/12/2019 - Home and services partnership gives homeless youth a firm foundation to succeed

04/10/2019 - Agency urges drivers to slow down, pay attention in work zones

04/10/2019 - Inslee and Ferguson denounce Trump assault on the Clean Water Act

04/10/2019 - Inslee appoints Charnelle M. Bjelkengren to Spokane County Superior Court

04/05/2019 - Inslee signs new law that raises legal age to purchase tobacco and vaping products

04/04/2019 - Inslee declares drought emergency for Okanogan, Methow and Upper Yakima

04/02/2019 - WA receives federal grant funds to address opioid addiction, homelessness and paths to re-employment in five counties

04/01/2019 - Community leaders kick off year-long census 2020 efforts

04/01/2019 - Inslee opposes Trump’s latest assault on food assistance

03/28/2019 - Inslee statement on WTO Boeing tax case ruling

03/28/2019 - Inslee appoints David A. Steiner to King County Superior Court

03/27/2019 - Inslee names Charlie Clark director of Department of Financial Institutions

03/26/2019 - Database shows buildings that could pose safety risk during earthquakes

03/26/2019 - Inslee statement on Trump’s effort to invalidate the Affordable Care Act

03/25/2019 - Inslee statement on House Democratic budget proposal

03/20/2019 - Inslee appoints Josephine Wiggs-Martin to King County Superior Court

03/19/2019 - Inslee and Ferguson statement on possible diversion of state military projects to pay for border wall

03/18/2019 - Inslee appoints Brian C. Huber to Douglas County Superior Court

03/14/2019 - Announcement of largest solar project in Washington

03/13/2019 - State gains new protections through public land act

03/12/2019 - Washington Service Corps volunteers answer calls to serve across the state

03/06/2019 - Panel discusses climate change impacts to national security

03/06/2019 - Panel discusses how climate change impacts national security

03/06/2019 - Education, more resources key factors in suicide prevention

03/01/2019 - STEM students from around the state showcase climate change projects

02/28/2019 - Inslee appoints Patricia Fassett to Cowlitz County Superior Court

02/26/2019 - Arts and culture community in Edmonds beams brighter after earning new state certification

02/25/2019 - Inslee travels to D.C. to discuss education, climate change and clean energy

02/22/2019 - Inslee statement on Trans Mountain pipeline recommendation

02/22/2019 - Inslee statement on Trump's Title X decision

02/20/2019 - Inslee responds to loss of dairy cows in Yakima County with emergency funding

02/15/2019 - Inslee names Anne Cruser to Washington State Court of Appeals, Division II

02/15/2019 - Panel recommends home visits, community trust efforts to reduce infant mortality

02/14/2019 - UPDATE (2/20): Inslee expands state of emergency to extend propane delivery exemptions

02/14/2019 - Inslee statement on President Trump's emergency declaration

02/14/2019 - Inslee appoints Lee Grochmal to Whatcom County Superior Court

02/08/2019 - Washington and B.C. united on climate action, building sustainable future, increased connectivity

02/05/2019 - Inslee response to the State of the Union address

02/04/2019 - Two divided sides come together for historic change to state's deadly force law

01/30/2019 - Inslee appoints Aimee Sutton to King County Superior Court

01/29/2019 - To help salmon migrate, Ecology issues proposal allowing more water to spill over dams

01/29/2019 - Inslee announces appointment of Lisa Brown as director of Washington State Department of Commerce

01/25/2019 - Inslee statement on end of Trump shutdown

01/25/2019 - Inslee declares local public health emergency after identifying outbreak of measles

01/24/2019 - State will expand unemployment benefits to federal employees

01/23/2019 - New bills to save orcas support Inslee's proposed investments

01/18/2019 - Govs. Inslee, Cuomo and Whitmer demand answers, action for unpaid federal workers

01/17/2019 - Inslee announces appointment to University of Washington Board of Regents

01/16/2019 - Inslee proposes broadband access for all

01/15/2019 - Inslee's State of the State: Washington's Unwritten Chapter

01/11/2019 - Inslee details plan to create a statewide free college program for Washington students

01/11/2019 - Inslee budget would link 100,000 students with career-connected learning opportunities by 2027

01/11/2019 - Washington state’s unemployment safety net will help furloughed federal employees

01/11/2019 - Inslee on Trump shutdown: This record-long shutdown has to end

01/10/2019 - Inslee appoints Michael K. Ryan to King County Superior Court

01/08/2019 - State opposes move to downplay dangers of Hanford tank waste

01/08/2019 - Inslee appoints Lauren Erickson to Clallam County Superior Court

01/08/2019 - Inslee announces public option legislation to promote health care for all

01/08/2019 - Maritime Blue: Washington’s strategy for a “Blue Economy”

01/04/2019 - North Dakota, Washington governors make friendly wager over FCS national championship game

01/04/2019 - Inslee pushes for universal home visits for newborns and continued early learning expansion for thousands more children

01/04/2019 - Inslee statement supporting legislative action to enact I-1000

01/04/2019 - Inslee announces initiative to pardon marijuana misdemeanors

01/02/2019 - Nominations underway for Washington’s volunteers

01/02/2019 - Washington moves forward on rules to reduce vehicle pollution

2018

12/30/2018 - Net neutrality, orcas and more: the top stories of 2018 from the governor’s office

12/28/2018 - Washington, Iowa governors make friendly wager over Alamo Bowl

12/21/2018 - Inslee statement regarding Trump shutdown of federal government

12/20/2018 - Inslee appoints Rachelle Anderson to Spokane County Superior Court

12/19/2018 - Inslee appoints Annette Messitt to King County Superior Court

12/18/2018 - Inslee appoints Donald J. Richter to the Pacific and Wahkiakum County Superior Court

12/17/2018 - Strengthening the state’s response to the opioid crisis: Inslee’s plan builds on efforts to tackle public health emergency

12/15/2018 - Inslee statement on Affordable Care Act federal ruling

12/14/2018 - Incarcerated individuals give governor’s residence a holiday makeover

12/13/2018 - Inslee's budget takes big steps to save orcas and salmon

12/13/2018 - Investing in Washington’s continuing success

12/11/2018 - Inslee details budget investments to guide transformation of state’s behavioral health system, begin UW partnership

12/10/2018 - Inslee, AG Ferguson, Mayor Durkan blast Trump administration proposal targeting immigrants

12/10/2018 - Clean electricity, clean buildings and clean transportation: Inslee plan would launch comprehensive clean energy transition and significantly drive down emissions.

12/07/2018 - Inslee statement on new Washington State Labor Council leadership

12/06/2018 - Inslee appoints Paul Thompson to Snohomish Superior Court

11/28/2018 - Inslee statement on death of Sgt. 1st Class Eric M. Emond

11/28/2018 - Inslee signs international agreement with Chile ambassador

11/27/2018 - Inslee statement regarding Speaker Chopp's plan to step down as speaker after session

11/25/2018 - Inslee statement on death of Sgt. Leandro A.S. Jasso

11/23/2018 - Inslee statement regarding climate threats detailed in newest federal Climate Assessment

11/21/2018 - Inslee names Melinda Young to King County Superior Court

11/16/2018 - Inslee statement on receipt of Orca Task Force Recommendations

11/15/2018 - Inslee names W. Brent Basden to Clallam County Superior Court

11/15/2018 - Inslee names James A. Weaver new director of WaTech

11/13/2018 - Inslee statement on Amazon HQ2 announcement and expansion in Washington state

11/07/2018 - Inslee and AG Ferguson urge Trump Administration to withdraw rule weakening legal protections for immigrant children.

11/03/2018 - Op-ed: Fair overtime pay is needed in Washington

10/30/2018 - Inslee tours infrastructure innovation in and around Spokane

10/28/2018 - Inslee statement: We need leaders who speak against fear, not use it

10/17/2018 - Inslee works to improve Washington’s behavioral health system

10/17/2018 - Inslee issues approval of Columbia Solar Project in Kittitas County

10/16/2018 - Inslee and Wyman highlight voting security ahead of midterm elections next month

10/16/2018 - Inslee announces largest-ever purchase of green power for state operations

10/15/2018 - Inslee statement on death of Paul Allen

10/15/2018 - Inslee statement regarding Trump proposal to export coal out of West Coast military bases

10/11/2018 - Inslee statement regarding Supreme Court decision invalidating Washington's death penalty

10/10/2018 - Washington state and British Columbia recommit to strengthening regional partnership, building sustainable future

10/09/2018 - Inslee appoints Averil Budge Rothrock to King County Superior Court

10/08/2018 - Inslee launches Complete Count 2020 census committee

10/05/2018 - Inslee appoints Toshiko Grace Hasegawa executive director of Washington State Commission on Asian and Pacific American Affairs

10/04/2018 - Statement from Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson on assessment of Trans Mountain pipeline expansion

10/02/2018 - Washington state gets an ‘A’ for use of technology

10/01/2018 - Inslee testifies against plan to roll back the Clean Power Plan

09/28/2018 - Electric vehicle discount program available soon to all state employees

09/28/2018 - Inslee unveils first-in-nation approach to eliminate hepatitis C in Washington by 2030

09/25/2018 - Inslee and Washington tribes convene for 29th Annual Centennial Accord

09/25/2018 - Inslee statement on Trump administration’s decision to roll back crucial oil train safety regulation

09/24/2018 - Capitol will darken half its exterior lights as part of global HeForShe demonstration for gender equality

09/19/2018 - Washington state receives $21.5 million to tackle opioid epidemic

09/17/2018 - Agreement to boost salmon returning to Pacific Northwest waters

09/14/2018 - Inslee discusses new efforts to defeat climate change at Global Climate Action Summit

09/11/2018 - Inslee appoints Edirin Okoloko to Snohomish County Superior Court

09/06/2018 - Range anxiety? Help for electric-vehicle drivers is on the way

08/31/2018 - For opioid overdoses, treatment is the best prevention

08/30/2018 - Washington ranked the best state to work

08/25/2018 - Inslee statement on the passing of Senator John McCain

08/23/2018 - Inslee statement regarding federal proposal to purchase firearms for educators in classrooms

08/21/2018 - Inslee and Ferguson denounce rollback of Clean Power Plan

08/17/2018 - Inslee: Trump's proposed work requirements would make it harder to access public assistance

08/16/2018 - Inslee appoints Joanna Carns director of Office of the Corrections Ombuds

08/10/2018 - Inslee statement on stolen Horizon Air plane

08/08/2018 - Statement from Inslee, Ferguson on NRA insurance solicitations

08/08/2018 - Inslee appoints Rob Olson to Whatcom County Superior Court

08/02/2018 - Inslee declares state of emergency for damaged overpass near Ritzville

08/02/2018 - Inslee and Ferguson statement on Trump administration decision to gut emission standards

07/31/2018 - Inslee declares state of emergency for wildfire threats statewide

07/30/2018 - Op-Ed: California should collaborate on power grid

07/30/2018 - Inslee statement on protecting Washington women from Trump gag rule

07/26/2018 - Washington awarded nearly $5 million in federal funds to help people affected by the opioid crisis find employment

07/24/2018 - Inslee announces nine appointees to state Women’s Commission

07/23/2018 - Washington prepares for workforce changes caused by automation, AI

07/23/2018 - Serve Washington receives $15.8 million in AmeriCorps funding

07/23/2018 - Inslee names Maria Siguenza to Commission on Hispanic Affairs

07/21/2018 - Inslee selected to lead governors’ education and workforce committee for 4th consecutive term

07/20/2018 - Inslee appoints Maureen McKee to King County Superior Court

07/20/2018 - Govs. Inslee and Cuomo call on president to denounce Russian election meddling that poses a threat to state elections

07/11/2018 - Leading the charge: Inslee promotes an electric transportation future

07/11/2018 - State renews tourism marketing efforts with launch of new board

07/09/2018 - Inslee statement on President Trump’s nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to U.S. Supreme Court

07/03/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to King County Superior Court

07/02/2018 - Inslee kicks off new Department of Children, Youth, and Families

06/29/2018 - Collaboration at its best: Inslee hands keys to future innovation, clean-tech campus to Port of Skagit

06/29/2018 - Washington launches online tool that lets patients compare prices for medical procedures

06/29/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Washington State Court of Appeals, Division 1

06/28/2018 - Inslee announces interim director of WaTech

06/28/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Court of Appeals, Division 1

06/27/2018 - Inslee names Lisa van der Lugt director of the Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises

06/27/2018 - Statement regarding U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn landmark labor rights case

06/26/2018 - Kilauea volcano helps emergency managers better prepare for threats in Washington

06/26/2018 - Inslee statement regarding the Supreme Court’s action on the Muslim ban

06/25/2018 - Inslee statement on U.S. Supreme Court sending Arlene's Flowers case to Washington State Supreme Court

06/20/2018 - Inslee announces $1.2 million for civil legal aid funding to Northwest Immigrant Rights Project

06/15/2018 - Expanding broadband to every corner of Washington topic of tour

06/14/2018 - Inslee appoints Michelle Gonzalez director of Women’s Commission

06/12/2018 - Supreme Court deals a blow to vulnerable workers; Inslee announces executive order to support workers’ rights

06/12/2018 - Inslee honors 20 state government managers for outstanding performance

06/08/2018 - Inslee tours Olympic Peninsula to discuss maritime industry

06/07/2018 - Juvenile justice reform taking shape in Washington

06/07/2018 - State’s new Equal Pay Opportunity Act takes effect today

06/07/2018 - Inslee statement on the Washington Supreme Court's McCleary ruling

06/06/2018 - Report: Washington is best state for building Boeing’s new mid-market aircraft

06/04/2018 - Inslee statement on Supreme Court Masterpiece Cakeshop ruling

06/01/2018 - Op-ed: We're keeping our Paris climate change commitments and our economies are booming

05/31/2018 - Inslee appoints Teresa Berntsen director of Department of Licensing

05/30/2018 - Op-ed: Canadian oil pipeline is giant step backward

05/29/2018 - Schools, vulnerable buildings focus of emergency preparedness talk

05/29/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to King County Superior Court

05/25/2018 - Inspired to citizenship: Department of Ecology engineer becomes an American

05/21/2018 - Washington’s Helen Sommers Building certified LEED platinum

05/18/2018 - Inslee and state legislators condemn Trump attacks on women’s health care

05/15/2018 - Inslee urges congressional delegation to oppose Farm Bill

05/15/2018 - Inslee, Wyman announce funding for 2018 statewide ballot return postage

05/12/2018 - Inslee proclaims state of emergency in Eastern Washington due to flooding

05/11/2018 - Inslee announces 5-year plan to shift civil mental health out of big state hospitals in favor of smaller, community-based facilities

05/10/2018 - Pat Kohler stepping down from Department of Licensing

05/08/2018 - Inslee names former Ambassador Suzi LeVine as new Employment Security Department Commissioner

05/07/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Kitsap County Superior Court

05/04/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Court of Appeals, Division 1

05/04/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Snohomish County Superior Court

05/03/2018 - Washington state, Norway compare notes on electric ferries

04/30/2018 - Family histories take root at state parks

04/24/2018 - Inslee opposes federal proposal aimed at blocking benefits for immigrants

04/20/2018 - Washington’s first youth apprentices graduate

04/16/2018 - Inslee letter to U.S. Department of State on restrictive refugee policies

04/11/2018 - Accurate 2020 census a priority for Inslee

04/09/2018 - Memorial reminds motorists of work zone safety

04/09/2018 - Inslee statement on passing of Rev. Dr. Samuel McKinney

04/09/2018 - What are hubs and spokes and how can they help fight the opioid epidemic?

04/02/2018 - Statement on EPA's decision to weaken federal emissions standards

03/29/2018 - New Retirement Marketplace tool makes it easier for all Washington workers to save

03/28/2018 - Inslee announces director of the Washington State Lottery

03/28/2018 - WorkSource helps thousands experience the power of a job

03/27/2018 - State Parks a key keeper of Washington’s history

03/22/2018 - New law takes major step in transforming behavioral health care

03/19/2018 - Inslee signs bills to improve state’s democratic process

03/16/2018 - B.C. backs high-speed corridor study connecting Vancouver to Seattle

03/16/2018 - West Coast governments agree to cooperate on climate change, environment, trade and overdose crisis

03/14/2018 - Inslee signs executive order to protect orcas, Chinook salmon

03/13/2018 - Washington examines innovative ways to combat homelessness

03/09/2018 - Productive 2018 Legislature passes big wins for Washington

03/08/2018 - Inslee statement on passage of I-940

03/08/2018 - Inslee appoints Monty Cobb to Mason County Superior Court

03/07/2018 - New law offers Breakfast After the Bell program for hungry students

03/06/2018 - Inslee makes two appointments to the King County Superior Court

03/06/2018 - Inslee signs bill to ban bump stock devices like those used in the Las Vegas shooting

03/05/2018 - Washington becomes first state to pass net neutrality protections into law

03/03/2018 - Op-ed: Court should preserve union ‘fair share’

03/01/2018 - Inslee vetoes ESB 6617 – Legislature and media agree to discuss path forward

02/26/2018 - Joint statement on U.S. Supreme Court Janus case from Gov. Inslee and Attorney General Ferguson

02/23/2018 - No longer ‘broken’: Pilot program helps incarcerated women overcome trauma

02/20/2018 - Inslee statement on House supplemental budget

02/20/2018 - Task force outlines next steps for bolstering apprenticeships, career-connected learning in Washington

02/20/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Spokane County Superior Court

02/19/2018 - Inslee statement on Senate supplemental budget proposal

02/15/2018 - Inslee selects Maud Daudon to launch planning effort for career-connected learning and apprenticeship system

02/15/2018 - Inslee statement on Parkland shooting

02/14/2018 - Inslee statement on passage of Senate bill to eliminate the death penalty

02/14/2018 - Washington state partners with community groups in push for equity, diversity and inclusion

02/12/2018 - Inslee statement on Trump infrastructure plan

02/09/2018 - Inslee statement on unanimous passage of opioid use disorder bill

02/05/2018 - Inslee requests feds remove state from offshore drilling plan

01/29/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to University of Washington Board of Regents

01/29/2018 - Inslee issues decision to reject permit for Vancouver Energy Distribution Terminal project

01/26/2018 - Sharing Washington state’s story of innovation, success with the world

01/25/2018 - Inslee statement on the death of former First Lady Lois Spellman

01/23/2018 - Gov. Inslee and Rep. Newhouse issue joint statement on Rattlesnake Ridge slide situation

01/22/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to Chelan County Superior Court

01/19/2018 - Inslee statement on federal government shutdown

01/19/2018 - Inslee appoints special assistant to oversee agency compliance with immigration executive order

01/18/2018 - Inslee statement on capital budget and Hirst bill

01/18/2018 - Trained for success: Corrections program promotes rehabilitation, sustainability

01/17/2018 - Inslee announces appointment to King County Superior Court

01/16/2018 - Declaración de Inslee sobre cambios en la política de licencias para proteger la información personal de inmigrantes y refugiados

01/16/2018 - Inslee statement on the passing of Gov. John Spellman

01/15/2018 - Inslee takes next steps to continue work on opioid crisis

01/15/2018 - Inslee statement on Licensing policy changes to protect personal information of immigrants and refugees

01/12/2018 - Inslee statement following call with Sec. Zinke regarding offshore drilling plan

01/12/2018 - Inslee statement on Department of Licensing information disclosure to federal government

01/11/2018 - Inslee to Zinke: no drilling off Washington's coast

01/09/2018 - Inslee’s State of the State calls for action this session to put a price on carbon

01/08/2018 - Inslee statement on death of Deputy McCartney

01/04/2018 - West Coast governors condemn Trump Administration’s pursuit of Pacific Coast offshore drilling

01/04/2018 - Statement from Inslee regarding reports that USDOJ will rescind Cole Memo

2017

12/28/2017 - Top 10 stories of 2017: Net neutrality takes top spot, followed by posts on national policies, climate change

12/26/2017 - Govs. Inslee and Brown announce decision to opt-in to FirstNet

12/22/2017 - Inslee announces appointments to Chelan County Superior Court and King County Superior Court

12/20/2017 - Amtrak commits to paying derailment costs, speeding implementation of positive train control

12/20/2017 - Inslee, industry, labor, and local leaders launch statewide Choose Washington Council for the New Market Airplane

12/20/2017 - Inslee names Kathleen Drew as chair of Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council

12/18/2017 - Inslee statement on Amtrak incident in Pierce County

12/14/2017 - Inslee releases supplemental budget proposal including full funding of basic education by 2018 school year

12/13/2017 - State leaders announce steps to protect net neutrality

12/12/2017 - Leading in the maritime sector: Washington launches Maritime Blue 2050 initiative

12/08/2017 - Inslee awards $6.4 million to create apprenticeship, career connections

12/08/2017 - Inslee and Brown blast Trump Administration efforts to roll back oil train safety

12/07/2017 - Inslee statement supporting voting rights legislation

12/07/2017 - Trump Administration is short-changing 2020 Census and that could hurt Washington state

12/06/2017 - Inslee urges FCC to maintain net neutrality

11/28/2017 - 10 reasons to say 'no' to the GOP's budget-busting, millionaire-windfall tax plan

11/21/2017 - British Columbia and Washington partners in climate action, high tech, good jobs

11/21/2017 - How can Washington offer more career options to students? Part of the answer can be found in Switzerland

11/21/2017 - This is the most important thing we want the world to know: ‘we are still in’

11/21/2017 - Inslee finds common bond between Umbria and Washington through aerospace

11/17/2017 - Inslee creates work group on poverty reduction

11/16/2017 - Inslee signs memorandum of understanding with Italy’s Umbria Region

11/15/2017 - Inslee statement on Washington Supreme Court McCleary order

11/14/2017 - Inslee urges state congressional delegation to reject GOP tax plan

11/14/2017 - U.S. Climate Alliance partners with Resources for the Future and the Climate Impact Lab on calculating cost of climate damages

11/13/2017 - U.S. Climate Alliance joins Canada and Mexico in a new North American Climate Leadership Dialogue

11/13/2017 - Climate leaders respond to Trump's fossil fuel event

11/13/2017 - International alliance to combat ocean acidification announces new members and plans for action

11/13/2017 - Pacific Coast leaders share clean economy progress at COP 23 global climate change talks in Bonn

11/09/2017 - Meet the Washington State Parks Arbor Crew

11/09/2017 - For domestic flights, standard state licenses acceptable until fall 2020

11/07/2017 - Inslee statement on election results in 45th Legislative District

11/07/2017 - 11 years after near-fatal crash, woman continues fight against drowsy driving

11/06/2017 - U.S. Governors head to Germany to reassure global leaders of American leadership on climate change

11/06/2017 - Inslee forms subcabinet on mental health and substance abuse

11/06/2017 - Joint statement from the Pacific Coast Collaborative at the start of COP 23

11/03/2017 - Inslee announces appointments to San Juan County Superior Court and Grays Harbor County Superior Court

11/03/2017 - Inslee to travel overseas for trip focusing on apprenticeships, aerospace and climate

11/02/2017 - Inslee statement on GOP tax plan in Congress

10/30/2017 - Domestic Violence Awareness Month underscores need for legal aid

10/30/2017 - Inslee announces new director of state Health Care Authority

10/26/2017 - Inslee statement on federal opioid public health emergency declaration

10/26/2017 - Summit on gangs to connect communities across Washington

10/26/2017 - Inslee visits colleges to urge climate action

10/24/2017 - Inslees invite trick-or-treaters to summit Mount Capitol Campus

10/23/2017 - Inslee, county leaders urge Congress to oppose repeal of critical federal tax deduction

10/20/2017 - Inslee announces acting director for Washington State Lottery

10/20/2017 - Healthiest Next Generation gears up for next push

10/19/2017 - Govs. Inslee and Raimondo op-ed in Newsweek

10/18/2017 - Inslee statement commending bipartisan Murray-Alexander health care plan

10/13/2017 - Inslee statement on Trump’s plan to hike premiums and destabilize our health care system

10/12/2017 - Inslee statement on Trump’s plan to sabotage our health care system

10/10/2017 - Inslee joins Washington Tribes for 28th-Annual Centennial Accord

10/10/2017 - ACA-based program gives high-risk patients better care, saves money

10/09/2017 - Inslee statement on EPA repeal of Clean Power Plan

10/06/2017 - Inslee statement on federal efforts to restrict women’s access to birth control

10/03/2017 - Inslee announces appointment to University of Washington Board of Regents

10/03/2017 - Gov. Inslee and Commissioner Franz statements regarding Cooke Aquaculture plans to transfer additional Atlantic salmon smolts

10/03/2017 - Inslee: now is the time to talk about gun violence, now is the time to act

10/02/2017 - Inslee statement on Las Vegas shooting

09/29/2017 - Washington state officials meet with USDOJ to discuss marijuana policy

09/28/2017 - Inslee announces members of School Employees Benefits Board

09/27/2017 - Inslee appoints Mary Kuney to Spokane County Commission

09/27/2017 - Washington and Oregon to jointly call for proposals to operate public safety broadband network

09/27/2017 - Inslee announces departure of state CIO Cockrill

09/25/2017 - Washington’s DREAMers face fast deadline for renewals; new initiative will help pay application fees

09/20/2017 - Inslee talks climate action, economy during visit to East Coast

09/20/2017 - Governors report 14 states and Puerto Rico are ‘On track’ to hit Paris climate targets, new report

09/20/2017 - Chief information security officer shares cyber security tips following Equifax breach

09/18/2017 - Bilingual paraeducators bridge gap between student, teacher

09/13/2017 - Inslee statement on Freeman High School shooting

09/07/2017 - 11 governors urge Congress to take immediate action to protect DACA recipients

09/06/2017 - Range anxiety? Help for electric-vehicle drivers is on the way

09/06/2017 - Inslee statement on U.S. Senate health care hearings

09/04/2017 - Statement from Inslee regarding potential repeal of DACA

08/29/2017 - Inslee names Roselyn Marcus as interim chair of Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council

08/28/2017 - Inslee statement on passing of Maj. Gen. Tim Lowenberg

08/26/2017 - Statement from Inslee regarding release of net pen-raised Atlantic salmon

08/26/2017 - State Agencies Initiate Incident Command to Address Atlantic Salmon Net Pen Escape

08/24/2017 - Op-ed: American dreams of young people will be cruelly ripped away

08/23/2017 - Open letter to House Speaker Paul Ryan

08/22/2017 - Inslee appoints Kathryn Leathers general counsel

08/16/2017 - It’s time to pass the capital budget.

08/12/2017 - Inslee statement on violence in Charlottesville, Va.

08/11/2017 - Prepare for gridlock as motorists head to see eclipse

08/10/2017 - Inslee names Anne Cruser to Cowlitz County Superior Court and Samuel Swanberg to Benton-Franklin County Superior Court

08/04/2017 - Inslee statement on Attorney General Sessions’ letter regarding Washington’s marijuana legalization efforts

08/02/2017 - Inslee, Kreidler & Ferguson statement on steps the Trump Administration must take to bolster health insurance markets

08/02/2017 - Civil legal aid funding at risk

08/02/2017 - Inslee names Cheryl Strange secretary of DSHS

07/28/2017 - Inslee statement on U.S. Senate health care vote

07/27/2017 - One-stop job center connects military service members with employment

07/27/2017 - Statement from Gov. Inslee and Insurance Commissioner Kreidler regarding impact of “skinny repeal” proposal

07/26/2017 - Inslee statement on transgender service members

07/25/2017 - Inslee statement on today’s health care vote in the United States Senate

07/24/2017 - Outdoor recreation economy continues to grow in Washington

07/21/2017 - 2017 legislative session produces major achievements for Washington

07/19/2017 - Inslee statement on legislative action on Hirst

07/18/2017 - Inslee raises concerns to legislators about potential legal and safety implications of not passing a capital budget

07/14/2017 - Washington welcomes its first certified autonomous vehicle pilot test

07/14/2017 - Washington joins multi-state cybersecurity compact

07/14/2017 - Statement from Inslee regarding newest U.S. Senate Republican health care proposal

07/12/2017 - Inslee statement on work remaining in final week of special session

07/11/2017 - Washington ranked the No. 1 state for business

07/10/2017 - Inslee calls for Senate Republicans to pass capital budget

07/06/2017 - Inslee signs bill creating Department of Children, Youth and Families

07/01/2017 - Inslee signs historic budget that fully funds education

07/01/2017 - Washington to become 5th state in the nation to adopt paid family leave

06/30/2017 - Inslee says 'historic budget' will fully fund schools for first time in decades

06/28/2017 - Deal In Principle Reached On State Operating Budget

06/26/2017 - Inslee appoints Laura Riquelme to Skagit County Superior Court

06/26/2017 - Inslee statement regarding the Supreme Court’s action on the travel ban

06/21/2017 - Inslee calls third special session

06/21/2017 - Governor, foster care advocates make push for new children and family department

06/20/2017 - Inslee announces interim director for state Health Care Authority

06/15/2017 - West Coast states accept invitation to 2017 U.N. climate convention in Germany

06/14/2017 - Inslee statement on shooting in Virginia

06/09/2017 - Inslee statement on GOP efforts to sabotage and destabilize health insurance markets

06/09/2017 - West Coast states encourage worldwide fight against ocean acidification

06/08/2017 - Inslee meets with Chilean President Michelle Bachelet

06/07/2017 - Inslee signs executive order to support safe testing and operation of autonomous vehicles

06/06/2017 - Inslee honors 21 state government managers for outstanding performance

06/05/2017 - United States Climate Alliance adds 10 new members to coalition committed to upholding the Paris Accord

06/02/2017 - State works to mitigate flood damage, restore fish habitats in Chehalis River basin

06/01/2017 - Washington state climate action: here’s what we’ve done so far.

06/01/2017 - Inslee, New York Governor Cuomo, and California Governor Brown announce formation of United States Climate Alliance

05/31/2017 - Inslee aims to connect kids directly to careers with new apprenticeship and education initiative

05/31/2017 - Inslee statement on Trump's intention to remove U.S. from international climate agreement

05/31/2017 - Inslee aims to connect kids directly to careers with new apprenticeship and education initiative

05/25/2017 - Governor’s office launches fellowship to honor Ruth Woo

05/24/2017 - Inslee statement on CBO score for American Health Care Act

05/23/2017 - Inslee calls second special session

05/23/2017 - Inslee statement on Trump budget

05/19/2017 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding potential leak at Hanford

05/19/2017 - Trade mission strengthens Washington state’s relationship with Mexico

05/19/2017 - Brown and Inslee call for increased federal Hanford funding

05/19/2017 - Op-ed: The answer is more collaboration (*in Spanish)

05/18/2017 - Inslee meets with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

05/17/2017 - Cross-laminated timber used in classroom-building project

05/16/2017 - Inslee signs law to help providers, cities, counties confront opioid crisis

05/16/2017 - Inslee signs tougher distracted driving and DUI laws in Tacoma

05/10/2017 - Inslee and the state work to increase oil-by-rail safety

05/09/2017 - Inslee statement on today's Hanford Nuclear Reservation tunnel breach

05/09/2017 - Agriculture and industry among top priorities for upcoming Washington trade delegation to Mexico

05/08/2017 - New teacher says state's BEST mentorship program helped keep her in the profession

05/05/2017 - Report: Mentoring teachers helps retain them

05/04/2017 - Inslee invites state employees to mark Public Service Recognition Week

05/04/2017 - Inslee statement on U.S. House of Representatives passage of legislation to repeal the Affordable Care Act

05/03/2017 - Inslee among 12 governors urging Trump to keep U.S. in Paris Agreement

05/02/2017 - Inslee announces leadership changes at DSHS

05/01/2017 - Inslee statement on the passing of Gov. Mike Lowry

04/28/2017 - The mainstreaming of the carbon tax

04/28/2017 - Pacific Coast Governors Issue Statement on Presidential Executive Order on Offshore Oil and Gas Drilling

04/27/2017 - Inslee statement on renewed congressional efforts to repeal the ACA

04/26/2017 - Housing program for young adults faces elimination under state Senate budget

04/25/2017 - Wage increase for state nurses vital to addressing hiring challenges

04/25/2017 - Inslee names Stephen Sinclair secretary of the Department of Corrections

04/21/2017 - Inslee’s request for federal disaster assistance approved

04/17/2017 - Inslee names Lisa van der Lugt director of Commission on Hispanic Affairs

04/14/2017 - Inslee signs new travel ban to North Carolina

04/11/2017 - Inslee appoints Tony Hazel to Spokane County Superior Court

04/07/2017 - Inslee seeking federal disaster assistance for severe winter storms

04/03/2017 - North Carolina, Washington governors make friendly wager over NCAA championship

03/28/2017 - Inslee and West Coast governors, mayors issue statement on Trump Clean Power Plan executive order

03/27/2017 - Inslee statement on House budget proposal

03/24/2017 - Inslee statement on canceled Republican health care vote

03/22/2017 - Joint Statement regarding the Clean Power Plan By the Governors of Washington, Oregon and California, and the Mayors of Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Oakland and Los Angeles

03/20/2017 - Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs receives national award of excellence

03/20/2017 - Inslee proclaims state of emergency for 20 counties fighting flooding

03/20/2017 - Inslee names Gloria Papiez director of Department of Financial Institutions

03/16/2017 - Inslee says Trump budget “incredibly harmful” to state and local governments

03/15/2017 - Inslee proclaims state of emergency for 28 counties affected by winter storms

03/15/2017 - Joint statement by Inslee and Pacific Coast governors and mayors in response to EPA’s reconsideration of federal vehicle fuel-economy and emissions standards

03/15/2017 - House approves Inslee’s Children, Youth and Families bill

03/13/2017 - Inslee statement on Congressional Budget Office score of Republican ACA-repeal bill

03/10/2017 - Inslee statement on anti-Semitic vandalism at Temple De Hirsch Sinai

03/07/2017 - Inslee statement on Congressional proposal to repeal the Affordable Care Act

03/05/2017 - Inslee statement on apparent hate crime shooting in Kent

02/28/2017 - Inslee statement on Mercer Island Jewish Community Center threat

02/27/2017 - Inslee names Jay Balasbas to Utilities and Transportation Commission

02/23/2017 - Inslee signs executive order protecting rights, services for Washingtonian immigrants

02/22/2017 - Statement from Inslee on Trump Administration removing protections for transgender students

02/22/2017 - Statement from Inslee regarding House passage of education funding bill

02/16/2017 - Inslee statement on state Supreme Court ruling in the Arlene's Flowers case

02/15/2017 - Inslee names Inger Brinck director of Results Washington

02/13/2017 - Inslee appoints Kevin S. Naught to Yakima County Superior Court

02/09/2017 - Inslee statement on Ninth Circuit decision upholding temporary restraining order

02/07/2017 - Inslee names Aaron Everett director of the Office of Regulatory Innovation and Assistance

02/03/2017 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding court order halting Trump immigration orders

02/03/2017 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding court order halting Trump immigration orders

01/25/2017 - Inslee statement on President Trump executive orders restricting refugee assistance and immigration

01/21/2017 - Inslee statement on last night's shooting at UW Seattle and the demonstrations planned for today

01/11/2017 - Gov. Jay Inslee today delivered his inaugural address with an impassioned call for legislators to finish the job of fully funding education this year

01/09/2017 - Washington gets final go-ahead from federal partners to begin next phase of health care transformation

01/04/2017 - Inslee statement on the Democratic Caucus Education Funding Task Force recommendations

2016

12/23/2016 - ICYMI: Federal railroad authorities and Union Pacific reach agreement on inspection and maintenance improvements

12/22/2016 - Washington among four states chosen to help modernize electric power sector

12/15/2016 - Restructuring services to better serve children and families

12/14/2016 - Inslee’s budget proposal fully funds K-12 education, launches overhaul of mental health system

12/13/2016 - Governor releases plan to fully fund basic education, promote strategies to recruit great teachers and support struggling students

12/13/2016 - Washington joins new international alliance calling for protection of the ocean

12/09/2016 - Inslee, Kreidler tell congressional Republicans not to take away Washingtonians’ health care

11/30/2016 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on shooting of Tacoma Police officer

11/22/2016 - When will the United States catch up on paid family leave? Inslee hopes state research will keep federal efforts from stalling

11/18/2016 - West Coast leaders’ climate change “resolve is strong” as COP22 concludes

11/04/2016 - Inslee launches new Resilient Washington subcabinet in preparation for Big One

11/03/2016 - Inslee doubles state electric vehicle fleet with long-range EV purchases

11/01/2016 - Inslee statement on passing of Sen. Andy Hill

10/21/2016 - Trick-or-treaters invited to Ghostbusters themed Halloween at the Capitol

10/21/2016 - Washington leaders announce $2.7 million federal grant to increase apprenticeship opportunities

10/20/2016 - Inslee receives City Champion Award from Association of Washington Cities

10/18/2016 - White House, Washington state and federal leaders announce major new initiatives for Puget Sound recovery

10/13/2016 - Inslee announces retirement of Scott Jarvis, names Gloria Papiez acting director of Department of Financial Institutions

10/07/2016 - Inslee launches executive order to combat opioid crisis

10/06/2016 - Inslee visits state crime lab, learns how Lean improvements decreased processing time for DNA tests by 20 percent

10/06/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding today’s McCleary order from the state Supreme Court

10/03/2016 - Washington secures federal support to transform health system, improve behavioral health care and control costs

09/24/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding capture of suspect in Burlington shooting

09/23/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding tonight's shooting in Burlington

09/22/2016 - Centennial Accord brings together Inslee, Washington tribes

09/22/2016 - Inslee awarded national service leadership honor

09/20/2016 - British Columbia, Washington state to create Cascadia Innovation Corridor to promote regional economic opportunities in tech industries

09/20/2016 - Washington receives ‘A’ grade for improving state digital technology

09/12/2016 - Inslee receives Humanitarian Award for Leadership from the International Rescue Committee

09/08/2016 - State government seeking feedback on Washingtonians’ priorities

08/30/2016 - Inslee statement on the passing of retired Washington State Supreme Court Justice Charles Z. Smith

08/28/2016 - Inslee statement on death of Robert "Bob" Santos, community leader

08/24/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding death of Staff Sergeant Matthew V. Thompson

08/23/2016 - Inslee appoints acting director of Results Washington

08/23/2016 - Inslee declares emergency in 20 counties due to multiple wildfires, extreme fire conditions

08/18/2016 - Inslee announces Tracy Guerin as director of Department of Retirement Systems

08/17/2016 - Inslee announces Clean Energy Fund grid modernization grants

08/12/2016 - Inslee endorses Bothell downtown grant following tour of fire devastation

08/11/2016 - Inslee statement on DEA's marijuana decision

08/10/2016 - Inslee endorses national rape kit reform effort

08/09/2016 - Inslee announces appointment of Roger Millar as secretary of Department of Transportation

08/08/2016 - Inslee announces appointment of Brett Blankenship to Washington State University Board of Regents

08/06/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding death of Lt. Col. Flando Jackson

08/04/2016 - Inslee appoints Ollie Garrett to Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board

07/30/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding this morning’s shooting in Mukilteo

07/20/2016 - Gov. Inslee, Executive Constantine take a big-picture, cooperative approach to state’s mental-health system

07/18/2016 - Inslee selected to lead governors’ education committee for second time

07/14/2016 - Inslee statement on the death of Ruth Woo, community leader

07/13/2016 - Inslee and 45 other governors sign Compact to Fight Opioid Addiction

07/13/2016 - Op-ed by Gov. Inslee: Why Washington leads states in personal income

07/13/2016 - Inslee announces three Washington schools named National Fitness Champions

07/12/2016 - Inslee statement on Puget Sound Energy’s agreement with Sierra Club regarding Colstrip

07/11/2016 - Inslee appoints David S. Mann to Division I Court of Appeals

07/08/2016 - Inslee statement on Dallas police shooting

06/30/2016 - Inslee announces $16.3 million in AmeriCorps funding

06/30/2016 - Inslee announces appointments to CARE Fund Board to ensure investment in cancer research

06/29/2016 - Inslee honors 22 state government managers for excellence in leadership

06/28/2016 - Inslee and Japan Ambassador sign agreement to strengthen trade ties and increase cooperation

06/28/2016 - Inslee statement on U.S. Supreme Court decision on Plan B case

06/27/2016 - Inslee statement on U.S. Supreme Court decision to uphold women's reproductive rights

06/24/2016 - Inslee meets with federal railroad authorities, calls for halt to Bakken crude oil trains until new safety measures enacted

06/23/2016 - Inslee statement on Fairchild Air Force Base as a finalist to expand and host KC-46A refueling tankers

06/23/2016 - Inslee issues state directive for LGBTQ Inclusion and Safe Places Initiative

06/16/2016 - Op-ed by Gov. Inslee: Congress must act now on oil trains

06/16/2016 - Op-ed: Climate solutions from a promise to a plan on the West Coast

06/16/2016 - Op-ed: Inslee: Congress must act now on oil trains

06/16/2016 - Op-ed by Gov. Inslee: Climate solutions from a promise to a plan on the West Coast

06/14/2016 - Inslee statement on net neutrality court ruling

06/12/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on Orlando shooting

06/08/2016 - Inslee concurs with federal determination regarding Spokane Tribe proposal for new gaming facility

06/08/2016 - Inslee statement on Lamb Weston announcement of 125 new jobs in the Tri-Cities

06/06/2016 - Inslee proclaims June 4–11 Washington Shellfish Week

06/06/2016 - Inslee takes action to address challenges in behavioral health care workforce

06/03/2016 - Inslee statement on oil train derailment in Columbia River Gorge

05/26/2016 - Inslee statement regarding announced agreement between state and tribal salmon fisheries

05/23/2016 - Inslee’s better government initiative draws national interest

05/17/2016 - Inslee statement in response to the U.S. Department of Labor's federal standards for overtime

05/17/2016 - Inslee issues executive order to state agencies to evaluate risk management, commit to loss prevention

05/13/2016 - Inslee statement on guidance from the Obama administration to ensure the civil rights of transgender students

05/09/2016 - Inslee orders wildfire training for up to 250 Washington National Guard personnel

05/09/2016 - Op-ed: Washington is Building 21st Century Infrastructure

05/09/2016 - Inslee statement on death of Lt. David Bauders

05/06/2016 - Inslee statement on ruling in Trueblood case

05/06/2016 - Inslee statement regarding recent personnel actions by State Auditor Troy Kelley

05/04/2016 - Inslee statement on REC Silicon announcement to restart production at Moses Lake

05/04/2016 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – April 2016

05/02/2016 - Inslee statement on Alcoa's announcement that it will retain over 500 jobs at its Ferndale facility

05/02/2016 - Inslee issues directive aimed at reducing lead exposure

04/29/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding ruling on King County Superior Court climate action case

04/29/2016 - Inslee invites state employees to celebrate Public Service Recognition Week

04/27/2016 - Washington making progress in contaminated site cleanup and storm water management

04/27/2016 - Statement from Inslee regarding the Native American Determination for Kennewick Man

04/26/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding Troy Kelley trial

04/26/2016 - Inslee signs executive order related to reducing recidivism and increasing public safety

04/25/2016 - Inslee announces nearly $1 million in grants to get Washington state kids outside

04/19/2016 - Inslee signs bill strengthening protections for minors against sale and use of e-cigarettes and vapor products

04/18/2016 - Inslee signs updated bipartisan budget with wildfire and mental health funding, says next big lift on education remains

04/15/2016 - New grant funding helps promote #HealthiestNextGen healthy eating and physical activity efforts in Washington schools

04/15/2016 - Inslee announces appointments for Blue Ribbon Commission to create new agency focused on children’s services

04/14/2016 - Inslee announces Life Science and Global Health Sector Workforce Panel

04/13/2016 - Inslee names Scott McCallum superintendent of Washington State School for the Blind

04/09/2016 - Inslee statement regarding recovery of two Western State Hospital patients

04/08/2016 - Inslee announces new grant for Darrington Collaborative stewardship projects

04/07/2016 - Inslee announces $2.2 million in new YouthWorks grants

04/06/2016 - Inslee statement on Peter Goldmark’s announcement that he will not seek re-election

04/06/2016 - Inslee statement on Sabah Randhawa, new president of Western Washington University

04/05/2016 - Travel ban on non-essential state-paid travel to Mississippi

04/04/2016 - Inslee announces John Thornquist to lead Office of Aerospace

04/04/2016 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – March 2016

04/04/2016 - Statement from Inslee regarding Alaska Air Group acquisition of Virgin America

04/01/2016 - Inslee signs bill to continue expansion of educational opportunities for homeless children

03/30/2016 - Inslee signs bills to continue expansion of educational opportunities for all children

03/30/2016 - New state employee survey shows significant improvements

03/29/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on passage of supplemental operating budget

03/29/2016 - Inslee prohibits non-essential state-funded travel to North Carolina

03/28/2016 - Statement from Inslee regarding bill action and budget negotiations

03/25/2016 - Inslee signs supplemental transportation budget focused on traffic relief

03/25/2016 - Inslee statement on Kirk Schulz, new president of Washington State University

03/21/2016 - Inslee announces National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils to tackle childhood obesity in Washington, reward innovative programs

03/12/2016 - Case closed: Hanford cleanup ruling ups accountability for feds

03/10/2016 - Inslee announces immediate start of special session; urges legislators to complete budget negotiations

03/09/2016 - Inslee statement on important new transportation improvements in updated supplemental budget

03/08/2016 - Inslee calls for renewed action toward gender equality on International Women’s Day

03/08/2016 - Inslee statement on retirement of Lt. Gov. Brad Owen

03/07/2016 - Inslee statement on the retirement of Bruce Shepard, president of Western Washington University

03/07/2016 - Inslee continues accountability actions in DOC sentencing error; announces new acting secretary

03/04/2016 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – February 2016

03/02/2016 - Inslee appoints Laura M. Riquelme to Skagit County Superior Court

02/29/2016 - Inslee signs first bill of the session, ensures continued bipartisan collaboration on education funding

02/25/2016 - Inslee releases investigative report on DOC sentencing errors

02/23/2016 - Gov. Inslee touts Washington state’s leadership as governors meet in nation’s capital

02/18/2016 - Inslee announces transformative changes to children’s services

02/16/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding Senate passage of education funding legislation

02/16/2016 - Inslee directs changes to I-405 express toll lanes, repairs to I-5 and funding for more Incident Response Teams

02/16/2016 - Governors Announce Bipartisan Accord for a New Energy Future

02/12/2016 - Op-ed: Why Washington leads states in personal income

02/10/2016 - Statement from Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling staying the EPA’s Clean Power Plan

02/10/2016 - Inslee appoints Roger Millar as Acting Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation

02/09/2016 - Gov. Jay Inslee announced the appointment of Jeffrey Bassett to the Kitsap Superior Court

02/08/2016 - Gov. Jay Inslee statement regarding REC Silicon in Moses Lake

02/08/2016 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding resignation of DOC Secretary Dan Pacholke

02/05/2016 - Inslee statement regarding Senate Republicans’ “politically motivated” attack against WSDOT Secretary Lynn Peterson

02/05/2016 - Statement from Inslee’s office regarding Senate vote on Lynn Peterson confirmation

02/04/2016 - Inslee names appointees to new advisory committee on youth homelessness, urges continued cooperation on addressing homelessness challenges

02/03/2016 - Inslee appoints Acting Secretary for DSHS, launches national search for new secretary

02/03/2016 - Statement from Inslee regarding passing of former State Senator Harriet Spanel

02/02/2016 - Obama Administration approves public assistance for 10 counties for December wind and rain storms

02/02/2016 - Inslee helps secure federal assistance for Alcoa curtailment in Wenatchee and Ferndale

02/02/2016 - Governor Inslee: Washington is proud to partner with Obama Administration on earthquake safety

02/01/2016 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – January 2016

01/28/2016 - Inslee appoints Julie M. McKay to the Spokane County Superior Court

01/28/2016 - Inslee makes strong case for proposed next steps to improve state psychiatric hospitals

01/27/2016 - Gov. Inslee requests federal disaster assistance following December storm

01/26/2016 - Inslee unveils new defense data tool to help businesses prepare for military downsizing

01/25/2016 - Statement from Inslee regarding House passage of education funding bill

01/21/2016 - Statement from Gov. Inslee regarding Superior Court ruling on Initiative 1366

01/21/2016 - La Administración Obama aprueba asistencia pública para 16 municipios por las tormentas de viento y lluvia durante el mes de Noviembre

01/16/2016 - Obama Administration approves public assistance for 16 counties for November wind and rain storms

01/15/2016 - Governor Jay Inslee and North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory State Products on the Line for Sunday’s Panthers/Seahawks Game

01/15/2016 - Gov. Jay Inslee launches next phase of Washington Shellfish Initiative

01/12/2016 - Statement from Inslee on President Obama’s State of the Union

01/11/2016 - Inslee issues directive to increase accountability of state IT systems

01/08/2016 - Legislators introduce bipartisan plan for taking next steps on K-12 funding reforms

01/08/2016 - Gov. Inslee requests federal disaster assistance for fall rain, windstorm

01/06/2016 - Inslee announces public health initiative to curb gun crime and suicide

01/06/2016 - Inslee anuncia una iniciativa de salud pública para contener los crímenes con armas de fuego y suicidios

01/06/2016 - Statements from Gov. Jay Inslee and Maj. Gen. Bret Daugherty following the death of Washington National Guard SSG Matthew McClintock

01/06/2016 - Inslee announces measures to strengthen cyber security and digital privacy

01/05/2016 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on President Obama’s executive action regarding gun violence

01/05/2016 - Inslee announces appointments to University of Washington Board of Regents

01/04/2016 - Inslee statement on the announcement of Congressman Jim McDermott’s retirement

01/04/2016 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – December 2015

01/01/2016 - Statement from Inslee regarding death of Doug Walker

2015

12/31/2015 - Inslee appoints Rebecca Pennell to the Division III Court of Appeals

12/28/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding DOC’s update and condolences to victim’s family

12/22/2015 - Inslee announces immediate actions to fix 13-year-old sentencing errors discovered at state prisons

12/17/2015 - Inslee proposes “modest, responsible” updates to state budget; calls for action to begin addressing statewide teacher shortage

12/12/2015 - [VIDEO] Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding today's historic COP21 climate agreement

12/10/2015 - El Gobernador Inslee proclama un estado de emergencia después de una serie de tormentas extremas a través del estado de Washington

12/10/2015 - Washington selected as one of six states for workforce training initiative

12/09/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act

12/09/2015 - Gov. Inslee proclaims state of emergency following severe storms across Washington

12/08/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee spokesperson Jaime Smith regarding State Auditor Troy Kelley’s return to work

12/07/2015 - Inslee solidifies international partnerships to take action on climate change

12/04/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee statement on Ex-Im Bank reauthorization

12/03/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – November 2015

12/02/2015 - Inslee appoints new chief of staff, communications director

12/02/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding today’s mass shooting in San Bernardino

12/01/2015 - West Coast Clean Economy Grew Twice as Fast as Overall Economy

12/01/2015 - Inslee departs this week for United Nations conference aimed at bolstering global commitments to combat climate change

11/30/2015 - Nation's Governors Endorse Every Student Succeeds Act

11/23/2015 - Governor, NFIB: Make Way For Small Business Saturday

11/21/2015 - Op-ed: Why My State Won’t Close Its Doors to Syrian Refugees

11/17/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding White House briefing on security protocols related to refugee resettlement

11/16/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding the Paris terrorist attacks and anti-Muslim rhetoric

11/16/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding allegations against Planned Parenthood

11/12/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding today’s Supreme Court decision on Eyman’s I-1366

11/02/2015 - Inslee announces new digital privacy protection guide and website

11/02/2015 - Inslee appoints Johanna Bender to the King County Superior Court

11/02/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding Alcoa’s announcement of layoffs nationwide

10/30/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – October 2015

10/27/2015 - Inslee announces new effort to increase competitiveness of Washington life science and global health sector

10/23/2015 - Inslee statement on denial of individual assistance to wildfire victims; announces state aid and formation of Wildland Fire Council to assist recovery of impacted communities

10/23/2015 - Statement from Inslee regarding one year anniversary of MPHS shooting

10/22/2015 - Washington’s role as a national leader in Lean government draws thousands to Tacoma

10/20/2015 - Inslee announces public assistance approved in some wildfire areas, awaiting decision on individual assistance

10/16/2015 - Inslee’s statement on President Obama’s approval of federal windstorm assistance

10/15/2015 - Inslee appoints Dan Pacholke as Secretary of the Washington Department of Corrections

10/13/2015 - Inslee’s statement on appointment of Dr. Ana Mari Cauce as UW President

10/09/2015 - DOC Receives $7.5 Million Grant to Help Incarcerated Parents Maintain Bonds With Children

10/09/2015 - Inslee receives news publishers’ award for commitment to open government

10/08/2015 - Inslee announces new path on water quality rule, continues work on broader toxics reduction efforts

10/07/2015 - Inslee requests federal disaster assistance for summer wildfires, windstorm

10/05/2015 - Inslee appoints Jackie Shea Brown to newly created Benton-Franklin County Superior Court position

10/01/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – September 2015

10/01/2015 - Inslee’s remarks regarding the shooting at Umpqua Community College

09/29/2015 - Washington state receives federal grant to help launch design of paid family leave program

09/25/2015 - President Xi visit helped showcase Washington state as “world-class center of innovation”

09/22/2015 - Governor Jay Inslee statement on REC Silicon Moses Lake announcement re impacts from solar trade disagreement

09/22/2015 - Inslee and bipartisan group of U.S. governors sign accord with Chinese governors to promote clean energy technology and economic development

09/16/2015 - Seattle will be first stop for Chinese President Xi Jinping visit to United States

09/09/2015 - Federal apprenticeship grants will help Washington high-tech workers

09/05/2015 - Inslee and trade delegation return from trade mission to Asia

09/03/2015 - Inslee announces grant funding to assist communities with wildfire recovery

08/31/2015 - Gov. Inslee appoints Rep. Ross Hunter as director of the Department of Early Learning

08/28/2015 - Inslee statement regarding heeding evacuation orders in Eastern Washington due to wildfire danger

08/28/2015 - Mensaje de Evacuación del Gobernador Jay Inslee

08/23/2015 - Significant new resources arrive in WA following approval of Emergency Declaration

08/21/2015 - Inslee announces approval of federal Emergency Declaration; amends state emergency proclamation to address fuel supply shortage

08/21/2015 - Inslee statement: “Senate Republicans should not be looking for a constitutional crisis, they should be looking for an education solution”

08/19/2015 - Inslee appoints David. G. Estudillo to Grant County Superior Court

08/19/2015 - Statement from Inslee about fatalities of three firefighters in Twisp

08/19/2015 - Inslee requests federal Emergency Declaration to secure additional wildfire resources

08/13/2015 - Gov. Inslee statement on state Supreme Court's order on the McCleary case

08/13/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on conference call with legislative leaders

08/07/2015 - Inslee to lead trade mission to Korea, Japan

08/04/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – July 2015

08/04/2015 - Inslee creates subcabinet to boost business diversity

08/03/2015 - Gov. Inslee statement on release of EPA’s final Clean Power Plan

07/31/2015 - Inslee directs Ecology to evaluate options on pending clean water rules

07/29/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding requests for investigations into Planned Parenthood

07/28/2015 - Inslee directing Ecology to develop regulatory cap on carbon emissions

07/23/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on the death of Donald Chin

07/16/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on U.S. Senate passage of Sen. Murray’s bill to fix “No Child Left Behind”

07/15/2015 - Gov. Inslee gets Washington moving again with major transportation investments

07/10/2015 - Legislature adjourns with a solid budget, action on key priorities

07/09/2015 - Inslee says state well-positioned and prepared to manage JBLM downsizing

07/09/2015 - Gov. Inslee statement on passing of Charles J. McCann, founding president of The Evergreen State College

07/08/2015 - Statement from Inslee on the Senate student testing agreement

07/02/2015 - Statement from Inslee cautioning risks posed by use of fireworks during drought

07/02/2015 - Inslee announces AmeriCorps grants to Washington organizations

07/01/2015 - Statement from Inslee about status of legislative session

06/29/2015 - Inslee announces appointment of Michael Schwartz to the Pierce County Superior Court

06/29/2015 - Inslee announces appointment of Melissa A. Hemstreet to Kitsap County Superior Court

06/29/2015 - Statement from Inslee about the Sleepy Hollow fire in Wenatchee

06/29/2015 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on the passage of the 2015-17 operating budget

06/28/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee about a statewide transportation investment package

06/27/2015 - Governor Inslee, Legislative leaders announce operating budget agreement

06/27/2015 - Statement from governor and legislative leaders on budget agreement

06/26/2015 - Statement from Inslee on the Supreme Court ruling guaranteeing nationwide marriage equality

06/26/2015 - Governor Inslee and Commissioner of Public Lands Goldmark take steps to reduce wildfire risk

06/25/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee about the Supreme Court ruling to uphold the Affordable Care Act

06/23/2015 - Inslee requests Kennewick Man be returned to Native Tribes and offers state assistance

06/20/2015 - Inslee statement on the passing of Washington State University President Elson S. Floyd

06/10/2015 - Inslee announces appointment of Brian Stiles to Skagit County Superior Court

06/04/2015 - Inslee announces appointment of Vikki Smith as director of state Department of Revenue

06/04/2015 - Inslee announces formation of Subcabinet on Military Downsizing

06/02/2015 - Inslee honors 20 state government managers for outstanding performance

06/01/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – May 2015

05/21/2015 - Inslee announces appointment of Derek Sandison as director of state Department of Agriculture

05/19/2015 - Washington teams up with states and provinces worldwide committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions 80-95 percent

05/15/2015 - Governor declares statewide drought emergency

05/14/2015 - Statement by Gov. Jay Inslee on signing of bill to create a health care database for patients and providers

05/14/2015 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Brian Coughenour to the Clallam County Superior Court

04/30/2015 - Inslee announces hire of Alex Alben as state’s first Chief Privacy Officer

04/24/2015 - Statement by Gov. Jay Inslee on legislative passage of the Oil Transportation Safety Act

04/23/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee calls special legislative session for April 29, will call budget writers back early

04/17/2015 - Op-ed: State pursues bold vision for life sciences

04/17/2015 - Governor Inslee expands drought emergency to include more of Washington

04/16/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee about State Auditor Troy Kelley

04/15/2015 - Governor Inslee statement on Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act passage in Congress

04/14/2015 - Inslee and bipartisan group of governors renew call for Congress to reauthorize Export-Import Bank

04/13/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement on House transportation proposal

04/02/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – March 2015

03/31/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on Senate proposed 2015-17 operating budget

03/31/2015 - Innovative clean energy projects gain federal attention and funding

03/30/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on Indiana’s new “Religious Freedom” Law

03/27/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on House proposed 2015-17 operating budget

03/20/2015 - Statement from the office of Gov. Jay Inslee on the apparent federal investigation involving State Auditor Troy Kelley

03/19/2015 - Gov. Inslee answers questions during online Q&A

03/19/2015 - Inslee, Western governors call on Congress to finally address wildfire funding

03/18/2015 - Gov. Inslee announces appointment of John Fairgrieve to the Clark County Superior Court

03/16/2015 - Gov. Inslee welcomes Juno Therapeutics’ headquarters in Seattle

03/13/2015 - Governor Inslee declares drought for three Washington regions

03/11/2015 - Statement from the office of Gov. Jay Inslee on House Passage of HB 1472

03/11/2015 - Inslee announces appointment of Janet Helson to King County Superior Court

03/09/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – February 2015

03/06/2015 - Inslee’s oil transportation safety bill passed with bipartisan support out of state House of Representatives

03/05/2015 - Inslee draws attention to recent anti-Muslim, anti-Hindu and anti-LGBTQ crimes

03/05/2015 - House approves Gov. Inslee’s Homeless Youth Prevention and Protection Act

03/04/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee highlights proposals to improve tax fairness for working families in Washington

03/03/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement on today’s House passage of bills to increase the state minimum wage, enact paid sick and safe leave

03/02/2015 - Gov. Inslee statement on Senate approval of transportation package

02/26/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson regarding U.S. Dept. of Justice motion to stay Texas ruling to block federal immigration reforms

02/26/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement on today’s Open Internet decision by the FCC

02/20/2015 - Inslee statement on tentative port settlement

02/19/2015 - Inslee signs 2015 supplemental budget, lauds Legislature for early delivery

02/18/2015 - The winnings are in: Governors Baker, Hassan and Inslee deliver on Super Bowl bets

02/18/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement on today’s hearing regarding repeal of Washington’s death penalty law

02/18/2015 - West Coast governors push for settlement in port dispute

02/13/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement following the resignation of Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber

02/12/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement on announcement of Senate transportation proposal

02/12/2015 - Gov. Inslee cites new data showing alarming increase in adolescent use of electronic cigarettes

02/11/2015 - Gov. Inslee, Washington Healthplanfinder Urge Residents to Get Covered by Feb. 15

02/06/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee’s statement on news of weekend shutdown at West Coast ports

02/05/2015 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on the passing of Chinook Tribal Chairman Ray Gardner

02/03/2015 - Gov. Inslee statement on UW President Michael Young’s departure for Texas A&M

01/29/2015 - Gov. Inslee continues push for health care cost transparency, reaches agreement for 2015 legislation

01/29/2015 - Game on: Governors Baker, Hassan and Inslee wage friendly bet for 2015 Super Bowl to support food pantries

01/27/2015 - Governor requests SBA help for Grays Harbor homeowners, renters, small businesses hurt by early January storm

01/23/2015 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Derek Vanderwood to Clark County Superior Court

01/20/2015 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement about President Obama's State of the Union

01/19/2015 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Patrick Dowd as Family and Children's Ombuds

01/14/2015 - Gov. Inslee and bipartisan group of legislators launch plan to cut state's high property crime rate

01/08/2015 - Inslee appoints Carol Gregory to serve as State Representative in the 30th Legislative District

01/08/2015 - Gov. Inslee’s statement on the passing of William E. Boeing Jr.

01/07/2015 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee – December 2014

01/07/2015 - Inslee names Jane Rushford and Russ Hauge to the Liquor Control Board

01/07/2015 - Gov. Inslee proclaims state of emergency following severe storm in Western Washington

01/06/2015 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of G. Helen Whitener to Pierce County Superior Court

2014

12/30/2014 - Inslee names Ann Rendahl to Utilities and Transportation Commission

12/24/2014 - Governor Inslee appoints Raymond Clary to the Spokane County Superior Court

12/23/2014 - New report details millions of dollars in state efficiency savings

12/19/2014 - Inslee’s statement on Juno IPO, significant advance for Seattle biotech company

12/19/2014 - Governor Inslee appoints Veronica Alicea Galván to King County Superior Court

12/18/2014 - Inslee proposes sustainable, responsible, fair budget to "reinvest in Washington"

12/17/2014 - Inslee announces slate of proposals to curb pollution, transition Washington to cleaner sources of energy

12/16/2014 - Gov. Inslee calls for comprehensive statewide transportation program

12/15/2014 - Governor Inslee statement on SR 530 Commission report

12/15/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Raquel Montoya-Lewis to the Whatcom County Superior Court

12/15/2014 - Inslee proposes boldest new efforts in improving full continuum of education in 2 decades

12/11/2014 - Op-ed: A Pacific Coast model for addressing climate change

12/10/2014 - Governor proclaims emergency to facilitate emergency road repairs

12/09/2014 - Inslee set to release detailed legislative proposals on education, transportation, climate, budget

12/04/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee - November 2014

12/03/2014 - Gov. Inslee statement on Washington state's comments to EPA carbon rules

11/25/2014 - Gov. Inslee asks Washington shoppers to support Small Business Saturday, shop local on Nov. 29

11/21/2014 - Gov. Inslee statement on President Obama's immigration speech

11/20/2014 - Governor's new YouthWorks initiative creates internships and work experience for thousands of students

11/19/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces appointment of Daniel Goodell to new Mason County judge position

11/17/2014 - Letter from Gov. Jay Inslee on Carbon Emissions Reduction Task Force (CERT) report

11/14/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee statement on need for Congress to pass the Marketplace & Internet Tax Fairness Act

11/07/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces appointment of Gretchen Leanderson to Pierce County Superior Court

11/07/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding Drowsy Driving Prevention Week

11/05/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee about yesterday's election results

11/03/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee - October 2014

10/31/2014 - Washington wins federal grant to lead Pacific Coast Collaborative energy efficiency plan

10/31/2014 - Governor Inslee Requests Forest Health Restoration on 720,000 Acres of Federal Forestland

10/30/2014 - Brian Young to lead economic development for Washington's clean tech industry sector

10/24/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee about today's shooting at Marysville-Pilchuck High School

10/21/2014 - Lean Management initiative is making state government more efficient

10/16/2014 - Gov. Inslee's statement on the passing of former Supreme Court Justice Robert Utter

10/14/2014 - Gov. Inslee issues statement on passing of his father Frank Inslee

10/09/2014 - Governor's office and Skagit County highlight progress of the Clean Samish Initiative

10/08/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces appointment of Judge Stephen Brown to Grays Harbor County Superior Court

10/07/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding today's announcement from the ports of Seattle and Tacoma to develop a regional operating partnership

10/03/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee - September 2014

10/03/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces grant to preserve places of Latino historic and cultural significance in Yakima Valley

10/03/2014 - State to take legal action to amend 2010 Hanford cleanup agreement

10/01/2014 - Gov. Inslee gets draft oil transport study, says state and federal governments must do more

09/30/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces grant to study producing heating oil and charcoal from forest waste

09/29/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces appointment of Mary Sue Wilson to Thurston County Superior Court

09/29/2014 - Gov. Inslee receives approval of access to SBA loans for residents and businesses affected by Central Washington wildfires

09/26/2014 - Gov. Inslee appoints Navy Capt. Doug Roulstone to fill vacant state House seat

09/25/2014 - Gov. Inslee statement on Novo Nordisk's announcement they will establish a new research unit in Washington

09/25/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces $4.3 million federal grant to prepare state for impacts of military downsizing

09/23/2014 - FEMA denies individual assistance in wildfire areas

09/23/2014 - Governor's Blue Ribbon Task Force on Parks and Outdoor Recreation Makes Final Recommendations

09/18/2014 - Gov. Inslee launches Healthiest Next Generation initiative to reduce childhood obesity

09/17/2014 - Gov. Inslee statement on U.S. House of Reps. vote to temporarily extend Ex-Im Bank authorization

09/15/2014 - Washington state wins grant to help train veterans for civilian cybersecurity jobs

09/11/2014 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on today's Supreme Court order regarding McCleary

09/10/2014 - Gov. Inslee asks federal government to reconsider further disaster assistance for Central WA communities, following state's worst wildfire

09/09/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces appointment of Alex Ekstrom to Benton-Franklin Superior Court

09/05/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee for August 2014

09/05/2014 - Governor Inslee, Attorney General Ferguson do not extend Hanford dispute resolution deadline

09/04/2014 - Inslee lifts burn ban in Central and Eastern WA, urges people to continue using caution

09/03/2014 - Inslee launches Washington Military Alliance as long-term piece of state's economic development strategy

09/03/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on approval for Small Business Administration disaster assistance in Spokane County

08/28/2014 - Gov. Inslee proclaims state of emergency following severe storms in Okanogan County

08/27/2014 - Inslee statement on insurance rate changes

08/27/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces grant to Wind River Biomass Utility for combined heat and power generation in Skamania County

08/26/2014 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on ILWU ratification of new grain agreement

08/25/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee says proposed reductions at Joint Base Lewis-McChord would have "grievous effects" for Washington

08/23/2014 - Washington State Governor, Attorney General lead legal response to Supreme Court psychiatric boarding decision

08/22/2014 - Gov. Inslee extends Central and Eastern Washington burn ban to September 3

08/15/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee announces $150,000 to support tourism in Methow Valley and Okanogan County

08/15/2014 - Gov. Inslee issues new extension for Central and Eastern WA burn ban

08/14/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces new STEM grant funding to boost state alliance with business and educators

08/12/2014 - Statement from Gov. Inslee regarding news of labor agreement between ILWU and UGC

08/12/2014 - Gov. Inslee to appeal decision to deny federal assistance for homeowners hurt by Central Washington fires

08/11/2014 - Gov. Inslee request for federal disaster assistance approved

08/08/2014 - Gov. Inslee issues new extension for Central and Eastern Washington burn ban

08/07/2014 - Gov. Inslee requests federal disaster assistance for Central Washington wildfires

08/07/2014 - Option for Washington Consumers Having Difficulty with Health Coverage

08/06/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee - July 2014

08/05/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee about today's Gallup report indicating Washington state's uninsured rate has fourth largest drop in the nation thanks to Affordable Care Act

08/01/2014 - Gov. Inslee re-extends Eastern Washington burn ban

07/29/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding news today highlighting costs of climate inaction

07/27/2014 - Gov. Inslee's statement on passing of former Seattle mayor Paul Schell

07/25/2014 - Gov. Inslee extends Eastern Washington burn ban

07/25/2014 - Inslee and Lovick form Joint SR 530 Landslide Commission

07/24/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee announces new Legislative Director

07/23/2014 - Governor Inslee applauds President Obama's support for improvements to employment and training programs

07/23/2014 - President Obama approves Governor Inslee's request for emergency federal assistance

07/22/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Lisa Sutton to Washington State Court of Appeals, Division II

07/22/2014 - Governor Inslee submits grant application for a Healthier Washington to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

07/21/2014 - Gov. Inslee amends emergency proclamation to include an Eastern Washington burn ban

07/16/2014 - State, federal government agree to extend discussions regarding Hanford cleanup

07/15/2014 - Govs. Inslee and Bentley lead governors urging Congress to reauthorize Export-Import Bank; 37 governors support reauthorization

07/15/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee and Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler supporting Senator Patty Murray's Protect Women's Health From Corporate Interference Act

07/14/2014 - Gov. Inslee and UK Minister of Energy and Climate Change sign agreement to extend collaboration on climate action

07/11/2014 - Inslee departs for Farnborough International Air Show

07/09/2014 - Inslee takes new approach to create meaningful, effective state clean water standards

07/08/2014 - Gov. Inslee unveils new aerospace video in advance of Farnborough Air Show

07/08/2014 - State pursues new smart grid projects to capture, store more solar and wind power

07/07/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee - June 2014

07/02/2014 - Governor Inslee announces new training and support for long-term unemployed workers

06/25/2014 - Governor Jay Inslee Congratulates Spokane County on Winning the 2014 Culture of Health Award from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

06/24/2014 - Keeping marijuana away from teens top focus for state leaders

06/24/2014 - Inslee, state leaders launch comprehensive review of state's criminal justice system

06/21/2014 - Cantwell, Murray & Inslee: Keep Export-Import Bank Open, Protect 85,000 WA Jobs

06/12/2014 - Citing rail safety concerns, Inslee issues directive to increase oil safety, spill prevention and response efforts in Washington

06/11/2014 - State, federal government agree to continue discussions regarding Hanford cleanup

06/10/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee Joins Bill Gates and Experts from Asia to Headline Leading Economic Forum in Seattle

06/10/2014 - Inslee announces upcoming trade delegation to England, Finland

06/06/2014 - Governor Inslee statement on the shooting at Seattle Pacific University

06/04/2014 - Boards and commissions appointments by Governor Jay Inslee - May 2014

06/03/2014 - Inslee recognizes outstanding leadership in 20 state government managers

06/02/2014 - Governor Inslee statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to cut carbon pollution from power plants

06/02/2014 - West Coast Leaders Applaud Obama Administration Proposal to Cut Carbon Pollution

05/31/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee visits Tri-Cities to meet with local leaders, celebrate new Trios Southridge Hospital

05/29/2014 - Governor Inslee announces winners of 2014 Governor's Smart Communities Awards

05/28/2014 - Governor Inslee statement regarding designation of Puget Sound as one of 12 national Manufacturing Communities

05/27/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Samuel Chung to King County Superior Court

05/26/2014 - Governor Inslee's statement on Memorial Day

05/24/2014 - Statement by Gov. Jay Inslee on the passing of Puyallup Tribal Council Chairman Herman Dillon, Sr.

05/23/2014 - Governor Inslee's statement on news that China has lifted its ban on shellfish exports from West Coast

05/21/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee approves $25,000 state grant to repair Darrington Timberbowl Rodeo Grounds, avoid cancellation of popular annual rodeo

05/20/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee on SBA approval of North Bend disaster declaration

05/20/2014 - Gov. Inslee's statement on the swearing in of State Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu

05/15/2014 - Inslee requests FCC delay vote on internet rules

05/15/2014 - Governor and UK delegation hold follow up meeting on climate partnership

05/15/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on today's FCC vote on internet rules

05/15/2014 - Governor Inslee asks for disaster declaration following gas explosion in North Bend

05/14/2014 - Gov. Inslee cancels parole for Jerry Lain

05/13/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces grant award to return long-term unemployed to work

05/09/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Chad Allred to King County Superior Court

05/09/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Scott Gallina to the Hells Canyon Circuit Superior Court

05/07/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee approves $150,000 state economic recovery grant to aid tourism efforts in 530 slide area

05/06/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on the National Climate Assessment released by the White House today

05/06/2014 - Governor Jay Inslee appoints Ron Sims as Chair of the Board of the Washington Health Benefit Exchange

05/01/2014 - Gov Inslee appoints Judge Mary Yu to the Washington State Supreme Court

05/01/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement regarding approval of additional FEMA support for SR 530 slide recovery efforts

04/29/2014 - Gov. Inslee announces executive action to reduce carbon pollution and promote clean energy

04/28/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Bernard F. Veljacic to Clark County Superior Court

04/25/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee announces new partnership that will provide aid to Hampton Lumber Mill in Darrington

04/24/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement regarding NCLB waiver notification from US Department of Education

04/23/2014 - Governor, Attorney General take next legal step to keep Hanford cleanup on track

04/21/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Gayle Harthcock to Yakima County Superior Court

04/18/2014 - Governor, Attorney General reject federal Department of Energy's proposed changes to Hanford cleanup plan

04/11/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Judge Michael Trickey to the Washington State Court of Appeals

04/11/2014 - Governor Inslee requests farm disaster assistance for farmers in Snohomish County affected by SR 530 slide

04/10/2014 - Governor Jay Inslee announces steps to preserve SNAP benefits for Washington families in need

04/08/2014 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on announcement of President Obama's visit to SR 530 slide April 22

04/08/2014 - Governor Jay Inslee proclaims April as National Poetry Month in Washington, dedicates month to people of Oso, Arlington and Darrington

04/04/2014 - Governor Inslee signs significant bills to improve health care and reduce costs

04/02/2014 - President Obama approves Major Disaster Declaration for SR 530 slide

04/02/2014 - Gov Inslee announces appointment of Tanya Thorp to King County Superior Court

04/01/2014 - Gov. Inslee requests more federal disaster assistance for the SR 530 Slide

03/31/2014 - State demands increased accountability and new measures to ensure timely cleanup of Hanford

03/31/2014 - Gov Inslee requests federal disaster declaration for SR 530 Slide damage

03/28/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee requests expansion of federal Emergency Declaration for SR 530 slide response

03/28/2014 - Gov. Inslee's request for additional federal assistance approved by President Obama

03/28/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee calls for a moment of silence in honor of SR 530 Slide victims

03/24/2014 - Update from Gov. Inslee: FEMA commits to provide federal assistance to SR 530 slide

03/23/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on Snohomish County mudslide

03/18/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on State Supreme Court Justice James M. Johnson's retirement announcement

03/18/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on this morning's KOMO helicopter crash

03/17/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on meeting with US Dept of Energy Secretary Ernie Moniz regarding Hanford

03/14/2014 - Short session yields some big wins but leaves much undone

03/11/2014 - 2013 was a remarkable year for aerospace in Washington, but more work ahead to grow Washington aerospace industry

03/10/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of William Houser to Kitsap County Superior Court

03/07/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of John Ruhl to King County Superior Court

03/07/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Philip Sorensen to Pierce County Superior Court

03/05/2014 - Governor Inslee announces new effort to help long-term unemployed workers

02/26/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee proposes compromise legislation to protect millions in federal education funding

02/26/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on House Democratic budget proposal

02/25/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on Senate Democratic education funding proposal

02/24/2014 - Statement from Gov. Jay Inslee regarding today's meeting with US Department of Education Secretary Arne Duncan

02/24/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on Senate budget proposal released today

02/20/2014 - House approves Governor Inslee's cost-saving health purchasing bill

02/19/2014 - Governor Jay Inslee's statement on passage of DREAM Act

02/19/2014 - Gov. Inslee priorities advance at session half-time

02/19/2014 - Governor Jay Inslee announces new effort to transform outdoor recreation

02/15/2014 - Senate unanimously passes Governor Inslee's bill to revamp delivery of mental health services

02/14/2014 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Judge Rich Melnick to Division II Court of Appeals

02/13/2014 - Governor Inslee announces new appointment to Division III Court of Appeals

02/13/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on Congressman Doc Hasting's retirement announcement

02/11/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee announces capital punishment moratorium

02/04/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee proclaims a "Moment of LOUDNESS" for the Seahawks at 12:12 pm on February 5, 2014

01/31/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on new prospects for passing DREAM Act

01/29/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement following President Obama's 2014 State of the Union address

01/28/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee proposes plan to speed up K-12 funding

01/23/2014 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee regarding Rep. Jessyn Farrell's minimum wage bill

01/14/2014 - State of the State 2014: Governor Inslee calls on legislators to invest in education, finish work on transportation, and boost minimum wage

01/09/2014 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee regarding today's Supreme Court order on the McCleary education funding case

01/07/2014 - Gov. Inslee names new executive director for Puget Sound Partnership

01/04/2014 - Gov. Jay Inslee statement on announcement of IAM vote Friday January 3, 2014

2013

12/20/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new appointment to Division II Court of Appeals

12/20/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new appointment to Adams County Superior Court

12/19/2013 - Joint Statement issued tonight from Governor Jay Inslee and the bipartisan House and Senate transportation negotiators on the next phase of transportation revenue package negotiations

12/17/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new appointments to King County Superior Court

12/17/2013 - Small business health care tax credit now available in Washington counties with no SHOP plans

12/17/2013 - Governor proposes hold-steady supplemental budget, big challenges loom next year

12/13/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee issued this statement in response to tonight's news that Boeing and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers were unable to reach an agreement

12/13/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee statement on latest Boeing offer to Machinists

12/12/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee on the passing of retired Washington State Supreme Court Justice Tom Chambers

12/12/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee on potential Boeing Research & Technology staffing shifts

12/06/2013 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Christopher Melly to Clallam County Superior Court

11/22/2013 - Governor Inslee directs Health Care Authority, Department of Health to streamline state's approach to employee wellness

11/15/2013 - Gov. Inslee statement on Obama Administration's Affordable Care Act announcement

11/14/2013 - Governor Inslee to join trade mission delegation in Shanghai

11/14/2013 - Statements from Governor Inslee and Chair of the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs on Super Typhoon Haiyan

11/13/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on Drowsy Driving Prevention Week Nov. 11-17, 2013

11/12/2013 - More than 100 education and business leaders arrive in China for Governor Inslee's trade mission

11/10/2013 - Legislature approves key elements of 777X incentive package

11/06/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee appoints new chief of staff

11/05/2013 - Governor Inslee calls special session to approve package that ensures 777X project will be built in Washington

11/01/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee about his appointment to President Barack Obama's Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience

10/28/2013 - British Columbia, California, Oregon & Washington join forces to combat climate change

10/18/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on the passing of former U.S. House Speaker Tom Foley

10/17/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement regarding end of federal government shutdown

10/04/2013 - Gov. Inslee helps WSDOT get federal money to repair and reopen White Pass

10/02/2013 - Govs. Inslee, Hickenlooper call for flexibility in federal banking regulations for marijuana businesses

10/01/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement regarding Dwight Pelz's announcement to retire as chairman of the Washington State Democrats

10/01/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee and King County Executive Dow Constantine celebrate opening of enrollment in Washington's Health Exchange at Carolyn Downs Family Clinic

09/20/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on the Obama Administration's announcement regarding reducing carbon pollution

09/19/2013 - Governor Inslee signs joint declaration with UK government to strengthen partnership in combatting climate change

09/19/2013 - Gov. Inslee launches online forum to gather input on new Results Washington initiative

09/19/2013 - State board unanimously approves funding to increase aerospace competitiveness

09/17/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee's statement on successful first flight of Boeing's newest version of the Dreamliner, the 787-9

09/13/2013 - Gov. Inslee statement on Federal Aviation Administration's announcement regarding new Center of Excellence at Washington State University

09/12/2013 - Gov. Inslee, Results Washington team take dozens of questions on Twitter

09/11/2013 - Gov. Inslee, Results Washington team to host Twitter town hall

09/10/2013 - Inslee launches new Results Washington initiative

09/09/2013 - Gov. Inslee, Attorney General Ferguson submit testimony on marijuana

08/30/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement regarding news of additional plans approved by Commissioner Mike Kreidler for Washington's health benefit exchange

08/29/2013 - Joint statement from Gov. Jay Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson regarding update from Attorney General Eric Holder on implementation of Washington's voter-approved marijuana law

08/29/2013 - Governors Inslee, Kitzhaber announce final mitigation agreement on Columbia River Crossing

08/19/2013 - Governor Inslee welcomed Hyogo Governor Ido to renew 50-yr sister state bond

07/25/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee urges national defense leaders to convert the National Guard 81st Combat Team to a Stryker Brigade

07/19/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee announces appointments to University of Washington Board of Regents

07/16/2013 - Statement by Gov. Jay Inslee on the passing of Kip Tokuda

07/16/2013 - Governor Inslee and health care leaders gather in Seattle for Coverage is Here enrollment summit

07/16/2013 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Julia Garratt to King County Superior Court

07/15/2013 - Governor Inslee announces appointment of Brad Maxa to Court of Appeals

07/11/2013 - Governor Inslee announces next steps to win the 777X for Washington

07/09/2013 - Gov. Inslee honors 20 state government leaders for outstanding performance

07/03/2013 - Governor Inslee signs bills from his Working Washington Agenda

07/03/2013 - Small Business Administration opens loan office in Mount Vernon to help businesses affected by Skagit Bridge collapse

06/29/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on House passage of the operating budget (SB 5034)

06/29/2013 - Statement by Gov. Jay Inslee on the Senate Majority's failure to act on a transportation plan for Washington

06/28/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on Senate passage of the operating budget

06/27/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on announcement of budget agreement

06/27/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on unanimous passage of his DUI bill in the House and Senate (SB 5912)

06/26/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on Supreme Court ruling to overturn DOMA

06/25/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on President Obama's plan to cut carbon pollution

06/25/2013 - Governor requests SBA help for businesses hurt by I-5 Skagit River Bridge collapse

06/21/2013 - Statement from Gov. Inslee on news of possible leak of Hanford double-shell tank AY-102

06/19/2013 - Washington state delegation at Paris Air Show celebrates MTorres move, joins Boeing to announce aerospace supplier summit return to Seattle

06/18/2013 - Washington's delegation ends another successful day at Air Show with Umbra Cuscinetti announcing move to larger facility in Everett

06/17/2013 - Rep. Rick Larsen opens Washington pavilion at International Air Show

06/14/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee statement on passage of estate tax legislation

06/13/2013 - Governor Inslee cancels trade mission, taps Rep. Rick Larsen to lead state aerospace delegation

06/13/2013 - Statement from Gov Inslee regarding federal assistance for Skagit bridge repairs

06/11/2013 - Governor Inslee remarks announcing a second special session

06/07/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee Statement on House Budget

06/05/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee in response to proposed budget compromise from House leaders

06/04/2013 - States, manufacturers finalize mitigation agreements on Columbia River Crossing

06/01/2013 - Statement from Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on special session progress

06/01/2013 - Gov. Jay Inslee Statement on State Patrol Trooper Sean O'Connell

05/29/2013 - Statement from Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on USDA investigation of genetically engineered wheat found at Oregon farm

05/29/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee about status of budget negotiations during the special session

05/29/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee's statement on news of Senator Mike Carrell's passing

05/28/2013 - Governor Inslee Taps Strategic Reserve Account for Economic Aid to Skagit Area Communities

05/26/2013 - Governor Inslee announces I-5 bridge replacement plan

05/24/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee's statement on tonight's I-5 bridge collapse in Skagit County

05/24/2013 - Governor proclaims state of emergency due to I-5 bridge collapse on Skagit River

05/22/2013 - Governor Inslee statement on KC-46A tanker decision

05/22/2013 - Governor Inslee signs executive order promoting hiring of people with disabilities

05/20/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee announces Tri-Cities judicial appointment

05/14/2013 - From coding to creating cool apps: Governor Inslee signs bill to promote computer science in schools

05/10/2013 - Governor Inslee signs executive order promoting hiring of veterans

05/09/2013 - Governor Inslee announces statewide Aerospace Industry Strategy

05/06/2013 - Governor Inslee appoints Suzan Clark to Clark County Superior Court

05/06/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new appointments for Student Achievement Council

05/02/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement about news of Boeing approval to begin selling its new 777X

05/02/2013 - Governor Inslee appoints Susan Amini to King County Superior Court

05/01/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new agency appointments

04/25/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee regarding need for U.S. Senate to approve Marketplace Fairness Act

04/23/2013 - Governor Inslee appoints Salvador Mendoza to Benton and Franklin counties Superior Court

04/18/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee regarding progress in Legislature at today's cutoff

04/16/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee and bipartisan group of legislators urge tougher DUI laws

04/12/2013 - Governor Jay Inslee urges lawmakers to move forward on transportation proposal, shares accountability action plan

04/10/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on House budget

04/06/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on Senate budget

04/03/2013 - Statement by Governor Jay Inslee on Senate budget proposal

03/29/2013 - Governor Inslee thanks Japanese government for assistance in removing tsunami debris

03/28/2013 - Governor Inslee releases Working Washington budget priorities

03/26/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new director for Student Achievement Council

03/25/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on House passage of his climate action bill (SB 5802). This is the Governor's first bill to be approved by the Legislature and now heads to his desk for his signature

03/16/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee on the passing of former Governor Booth Gardner

03/13/2013 - Governor Inslee announces $18 million for projects to reduce energy costs, create jobs

03/12/2013 - Agriculture, early learning and health: Governor Inslee announces new cabinet appointments

03/11/2013 - Governor Inslee statement on Navy Prowler crash that killed three crew members

03/06/2013 - State Leaders Announce Appointments for Charter School Commission

03/06/2013 - Governor Inslee statement on DOE announcement regarding removal of Hanford waste. Released as governor arrived at Hanford for a tour and briefing

02/28/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee on today's Supreme Court ruling on League of Education Voters v. State of Washington

02/28/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee on Washington State efforts urging U.S. Supreme Court to support marriage equality

02/22/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee regarding passage of Reproductive Parity Act in the House

02/22/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on leaking tanks at Hanford

02/21/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee regarding transportation package proposal from House Democrats

02/20/2013 - Statement from Governor Jay Inslee on tonight's SPEEA vote announcement

02/19/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new slate of appointments including Department of Transportation

02/15/2013 - Governor Inslee's statement on news of Hanford leak

02/13/2013 - Inslee rolls out Working Washington Agenda

02/11/2013 - Governor Inslee appoints new chair of Utilities and Transportation Commission

02/08/2013 - Governor Inslee Names New Department of Ecology Director

02/01/2013 - Dr. Lee Hood Receives National Medal of Science

01/29/2013 - Governor Inslee announces new cabinet appointments

01/24/2013 - Jobs, water and fish - Governor Inslee introduces Yakima River Basin bill to protect jobs, improve fish passage

01/16/2013 - Jay Inslee sworn in as Washington's 23rd governor

01/15/2013 - Governor-Elect Jay Inslee announces new CIO

01/11/2013 - Governor-Elect Jay Inslee fills public safety posts

01/10/2013 - Governor-Elect Jay Inslee announces new slate of appointments

01/09/2013 - Inslee names new director of the Office of Financial Management

01/03/2013 - Governor-Elect Jay Inslee Announces Senior Staff Members

2012

12/11/2012 - Op-ed: The economics of clean energy

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