# State Workers Get Raises Amid Budget Crisis

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Podcast: [Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/seattle-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463302)
Published: 2026-06-24T01:28:31+00:00
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## Resource

Washington state workers are set to get a 2 percent pay raise starting July 1, with some in corrections earning up to 4 percent — money that could help pay bills, save for vacations, or fund education. But as unions begin negotiating the next two-year contract amid looming $10 billion budget shortfalls, critics are sounding alarms. Salaries consume a huge slice of the state budget, making these talks high-stakes. Meanwhile, top university coaches earn millions from private sources — a stark contrast to everyday state employees. And with negotiations shrouded in secrecy and no public input, many question why the state hands out raises like a private company wouldn’t — especially as taxpayers watch their dollars shrink. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6ee183920722b184

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