The budget news might be better than expected for New Hope and Kids Hope, with both the Washington House and Senate proposing to maintain existing funding.
February 23, 2026
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February 23, 2026 4:44 p.m.
Decision pending on state victim services funding
MOSES LAKE — A projected budget shortfall in 2026 has Washington legislators analyzing state spending, with agencies advocating to keep funding at what they say are adequate levels. Suzi Fode, director of the New Hope and Kids Hope Children’s Advocacy Center, said the news in the Senate and House budget proposals is promising.