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- Governor Bob Ferguson signed an order on June 26, 2026 creating a 26-member Development Council with CEOs from Amazon, Boeing, Microsoft, T-Mobile and Lt. Gov. Denny Heck that will identify barriers, attract businesses and propose jobs.
- Washington’s unemployment was 5.2% in May 2026, with 7% of residents rating the economy strong.
- Janicki Industries announced an $800 million expansion, while Starbucks planned a Nashville office with a $30 million Tennessee incentive.
