Evergreen at the Legislature

Month January 2026

Higher Ed Takes a Stand

January 23, 2026—Public higher education including Evergreen took the stage this second week of session, with groups of stakeholders convening at the Legislature to advocate with decision-makers and rally against cuts to higher ed budgets.  On MLK Day January 19, the state’s largest unions came to ask legislators to fully fund cost of living increases for… Continue Reading →

Governor Proposes a Better Budget

January 5, 2026–Governor Ferguson released his 2026 supplemental operating budget on December 23, with cuts across the board to state agencies, institutions and higher education. However, embedded in his proposal is some better news for Evergreen.  The governor’s proposal adds more… Continue Reading →

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