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Protect yourself from fraud

Worried about fraud? Answer a few questions to find out what kind it is and how to report it.

Guides for the tasks you face

For the more complicated tasks you have to complete while interacting with the government, we've compiled these handy how to guides to help bring clarity to the process.

SecureAccess Washington (SAW) Login for State Services

Get access to our state’s central login where you can access secure online services of multiple state agencies in one place.

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Your New WA.gov Account

What to know about the new WA.gov accounts.

File a Complaint

Find out where to file a complaint based on your specific issue.

Workers’ Rights

Learn your rights and benefits as a worker in Washington state.

Get Help Finding Food

Find out how you can get fresh, healthy, and free food throughout the state.

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Accessing Government Assistance

Find support and assistance for housing, food, healthcare, utilities, and more.

Housing Assistance

Find programs and resources to help if you’re experiencing homelessness or the threat of losing your housing.

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Protecting Your Community from Wildfire

Learn some of the things you can do to reduce the risk of wildfire in your community.

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Financial Aid

Learn about the government programs dedicated to helping students fund their futures.

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We're here to serve all Washingtonians.

8,115,100+

Estimated population of WA in 2025

163

Languages spoken in WA

41%

Of WA is public land (18.8 million acres)

7

Distinct ecosystems in WA

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Get free annual Discover Passes for your group or organization

July 17, 2025
With an annual Discover Pass, you’ll get year-round access to millions of acres of state parks, forests, and recreation lands. It’s your ticket to hiking, camping, picnicking, or simply enjoying the iconic scenery of the Pacific Northwest. The annual pass is affordable—and discounted or free for certain residents.

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What's happening in Washington

Governor Ferguson declares statewide emergency following major flooding across Washington

A state of emergency allows access to life, safety and emergency protective measures and additional federal resources. Those affected by the floods can find information and resources from the Washington Department of Transportation and Washington State Military.

Download the new WDFW mobile application to get hunting and angling licenses for 2026

The MyWDFW mobile app is a comprehensive tool for hunters and anglers. It supports license purchases, displays active hunting and fishing license privileges, and enables electronic tagging as well as submission of end-of-season harvest reports.

See the 11 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) who were awarded grants from the Washington State Department of Commerce to support unbanked individuals

The Washington State Department of Commerce awarded $5.6 million to 11 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) through its Equitable Access to Credit (EAC) Program.

WSDOT anticipates delays on major routes, such as Interstate 90, US 2 and I-5, as well as long ferry lines

Consult the agency’s Thanksgiving weekend travel charts before heading out. The charts help determine the best times to travel, inclu

Remember fire safety tips as you prepare for Thanksgiving

Residential fires are approximately three times more likely to occur on Thanksgiving than on any other day of the year. The Washington State Patrol Fire Marshall has some tips to help us prevent residential fires.

SNAP beneficiaries should expect to get and use their benefits for November

DSHS is able to issue benefit deposits in full, and is processing new benefits applications, since Congress passed and the president signed spending legislation to reopen the federal government on Nov. 12, 2025.