Washington, officially the State of Washington, [5] is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is often referred to as Washington state [a] to distinguish it from the national capital, [6] both named after George Washington (the first U.S. president).

Oil Firms Seize Chance to Fight State Climate Laws—With Trump’s Help The fossil-fuel industry wants to avoid the financial penalties that tobacco companies faced and is asking for the ...

Wa.gov is the official website of Washington State, with easy access to online state services, government agencies, and helpful guides to get things done.

2025年3月21日 · Washington, constituent state of the United States of America. Lying at the northwestern corner of the 48 conterminous states, it is bounded by the Canadian province of British Columbia to the north, the U.S. states of Idaho to the east and Oregon to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

Washington State Research; State Government Publications; Washington Talking Book & Braille Library

The official travel and tourism website for the State of Washington. Find visitor guides, travel inspiration, and planning tools for your next vacation

If you just moved or are planning to move to Washington, learn how to get your ID, license, or vehicle registration.

Read reports and data on our state’s budget and debt management, and learn more about our legislature, courts, corrections department, local and tribal government, and military. Get informed and involved through voting and elections or volunteering with a state agency.

The Washington State Constitution is the founding document of our state. It explains the government's structure and powers, as well as the people's rights.

Map of Washington State: Click to see large Description: This map shows boundaries of countries, Pacific ocean, states boundaries, the state capital, counties, county seats, cities, towns, islands, lakes and national parks in State of Washington.