WA Governor Executive Orders

Executive Order Establishing FAFSA Completion Campaign

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has issued Executive Order 25-08 establishing the Washington Completes FAFSA Campaign. The campaign, led by the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC), aims to increase the number of high school students completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to improve access to financial aid for postsecondary education and training.

Executive Order on Tribal Relations Foundation

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson issued Executive Order 25-10, establishing a new foundation for government-to-government relations between the state and sovereign Tribal Nations. The order directs all cabinet agencies to proactively engage with tribes, consult early and often on policies impacting them, and incorporate tribal input into decision-making processes.

Executive Order Accelerating Clean Energy Projects

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson issued Executive Order 25-11 to accelerate clean energy projects in response to federal changes impacting tax credits. The order establishes a Joint Clean Energy Acceleration Team to streamline development and ensure projects align with state climate goals and tribal interests.

Washington State Housing Task Force Established

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has established an Executive Order creating a Task Force on the establishment of a Department of Housing. The Task Force will consist of nineteen members and is tasked with planning structural changes to state government to address the housing crisis. A report is due by November 15, 2026.