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Washington Pays More, Gets Less Back | Spokane News
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Washington’s tax contributions to the federal government are massive—over $160 billion—and it gets back less than half that, creating a $50 billion shortfall. Meanwhile, Idaho gets more back than it pays in, relying on federal funds for over 23% of its revenue. The difference? Washington’s higher minimum wage and investments in education, healthcare, and public services. Those taxes aren’t just payments—they’re funding the quality of life people choose to live in.
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