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Approve 8201 Campaign 10/09/2025
VIDEO Outside Seattle Fire Station 13, fire fighters, nurses, home care aides and other supporters are launching their statewide voter contact campaign to Approve Amendment 8201, the only statewide measure on voters’ ballots this fall. Amendment 8201 will grow by billions of dollars Washington’s long-term care fund for seniors and people with disabilities, helping to keep premiums low and without costing taxpayers a penny. Amendment 8201 also increases accountability by prohibiting the State from spending Long-Term Care Trust Funds on any other purpose or program.
The Renton Review 10/10/25
Measure 8201 lets WA invest long-term funds…
Whether you support the Long-Term Care Trust Fund or not, it’s critical that we manage its reserves wisely. This year, Democrats and Republicans came together in Olympia to support a common sense measure that protects taxpayers and ensures Washington’s…
Walla Walla Union-Bulletin 10/9/25
Senate Joint Resolution 8201 can boost…
Senate Joint Resolution 8201 would allow the Washington State Investment Board, an independent investment board, to invest a portion of Washington’s Long-term Care Services and Supports Trust Fund reserves to…
The Columbian 10/7/25
In Our View: Constitutional amendment will benefit…
Washington voters have an opportunity to strengthen the WA Cares Fund in the November election. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends approval of Senate Joint Resolution 8201. As always, this is merely a recommendation…
Tri-City Herald 10/5/25
Vote ‘Yes’ to strengthen WA Cares Fund for…
Last year, voters affirmed their support for WA Cares, the state’s long-term care program for seniors and people with disabilities. This year, they can make sure that the WA Cares is on a strong financial footing by voting for Senate…
Herald Net 10/04/25
Yes on SJR 8201 will enhance WA Cares LTC…
Fourteen hospitals in our state are at risk for closure, and many state residents will lose their health insurance. Delayed or limited access to care will drive up visits to ERs. As Justin Gill, an APRN in Everett and president of the…
Herald Net 10/02/25
Approve SJR 8201 on Nov. 4 ballot for long-term care
This November, Washington voters finally have an issue with support from across the partisan spectrum. SJR 8201, which strengthens our state long-term care program, is endorsed by Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson and Republican…
The Spokesman Review 10/02/25
Vote ‘Approve’ on 8201
I’m a member of the Washington Youth Alliance and I’ll be honest, many people my age don’t think much about long-term care. It feels like a far-off thing that we probably won’t need for a very long time. But the reality is, anyone…
Washington State Standard 9/24/25
Why first responders want to see WA diversify its…
Every day, firefighters and nurses in Washington state help aging people and people with disabilities suffering injuries and illnesses that could have been easily avoided. Many calls to 911, visits to the emergency room, and hospital…
The Cascadia Advocate 9/24/25
Washington voters have an opportunity to strength…
This autumn, voters in Washington will have the opportunity to approve or reject a change to the state’s plan of government that would allow a portion of the monies workers are paying into the Washington Long-Term Services…
Seattle Times 9/29/25
Voters will weigh in on WA long-term care fund
That’s the question voters will decide this November with Senate Joint Resolution 8201, a ballot measure that would amend the state constitution to allow the Washington State Investment Board to invest money from…
The Kitsap Sun 9/29/25
Supporting state measure to invest long-term care…
I’m the State Director for the Washington Association of Area Agencies on Aging (W4A) where we advocate for vulnerable older adults and people with disabilities. I’ve seen first-hand how hard it is for people to afford long term care, so I know how important our state's…
The Olympian 9/15/25
Long-term care funds should be invested wisely
As someone who counsels families on how to navigate long-term care, I can say very few are prepared. The physical limitations and stress on family members who pitch in to help is hard enough, and then comes the realization that neither most health insurances, nor Medicare…
Snohomish Tribune 9/17/25
Vote yes on SJR8201 in November to let WA…
I’m a caregiver in my 60s. My father who is nearing 90 has dementia and Alzheimer’s. He lives with me so I am able to provide most of the care for him, but still, it’s hard work. That’s why Washington’s long-term care program is…
The Spokesman Review 9/10/25
Strengthen long-term care: Approve 8201
When my father needed 24-hour care, I couldn’t afford it. As an only child, the stress and expenses quickly mounted, and I personally felt the effects of the long-term care crisis that more and more Americans are experiencing.
The Columbian 9/15/25
Support long-term care on ballot
When my mother had a stroke, I quit my job to take care of her. I know how difficult it is to navigate the system and how expensive care can get. I’ve felt the strain of caregiving firsthand.
Seattle Times 9/17/25
Editorial board recommends: Approve…
Ever since the state Legislature rolled out its attempt to provide some amount of “long-term” health care insurance, The Times editorial board has called for lawmakers and the commission that oversees the WA Cares Fund to fix…
9/5 Fiscal Briefing on Ballot Measure 8201
