Lots to discuss here in D.C. as we work to safeguard state and local government finances in Washington state.

"The need for reserves is now, it is not in four years." — Treasurer Pellicciotti Our reserves are necessary to defend from the potential loss of federal funding. It's important to know the consequences of tapping WA's rainy day reserves. bit.ly/4iGYZIU

Here's the latest from Treasurer Pellicciotti as he works to protect Washington's strong financial position and address concerns heard during recent travels across the Central Washington region. bit.ly/4j55KVF The NCWLIFE Channel

State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti visits Ephrata to lead a discussion on tariffs, federal cuts, the state budget, and OST’s role in state government. columbiabasinherald.com/news/2025/apr/… #columbiabasinherald

Treasurer Pellicciotti talks with Cory Howard on KHQ Local News in #Spokane to address many of the economic challenges Washington faces and discuss the best ways to navigate through tough times together as a state. Watch: bit.ly/3Yo1SXm

bit.ly/3Rgq75R This is important: Pellicciotti raises the alarm on threat to tax municipal bonds. Such bonds are issued in every corner of Washington — from Aberdeen to Zillah. It’s every level of government — fire districts, school districts, library districts…

We provided access to low-interest financing so the Port of Port Angeles could purchase their newest and biggest log loader while saving on interest payments. bit.ly/3GwAKiK

Democratic state treasurers rip GOP over budget bill — ‘...immense volatility in American trade policy has pushed investors and businesses to rethink their capital strategies in the U.S.’ fortune.com/9999/09/99/dem…

Hey Tri-Cities: Want to hear about what's going on in public finance amid economic uncertainty and tightening budgets? Tune in today at 4:00 PM to Newsradio 610 KONA as WA State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti will join on the air to discuss a variety of timely financial topics.

Listen live as Treasurer Pellicciotti talks with The Bottom Line about local government financing and other important financial topics: 610kona.com/show/the-botto…

Grays Harbor County grapples with proposed cuts to Medicaid. Treasurer Pellicciotti leading the discussion on how residents will be affected, The Daily World reports: thedailyworld.com/news/proposed-…

New Washington state coalition, comprised of WA Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti, 10 state lawmakers, the mayors of Seattle and Spokane, five labor unions, various businesses and trade groups, challenges Trump tariffs king5.com/article/news/p…

Targeting illegal Trump tariffs with multi-state lawsuit theolympian.com/news/politics-…

Update on progress in the legal fight against the President's harmful tariffs: bit.ly/3Hxz1tW

Leading the discussion at #NAST2025 TMTS on empowering justice-involved individuals through financial education programs. Here's our own Financial Education Administrator John McKenney with co-presenter Richard Bryant, Program Director, Kentucky Financial Empowerment Commission.

A recent trip to Edmonds to talk state and local finances, federal funding challenges, and financial education access in Washington with community leaders of the Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary Club. Read the full My Edmonds News coverage here: bit.ly/455sG