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Governor Gets 7% Pay Raise | Spokane News
Governor Bob Ferguson just landed a 7% pay bump, pushing his salary to $234,275 — a $30K jump since he took office — but don’t blame him: a voter-backed commission, established in 1987 to prevent self-dealing, made the call. In March, they approved sweeping raises for top officials and a cost-of-living boost for all state workers, after lawmakers argued that current pay doesn’t reflect the time and effort required to serve. The commission’s next big move? Planning raises for 2027 and 2028 — and figuring out how to make public service fair and accessible for everyone. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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