Creating the Washington is simply unaffordable fund.

SB 5939 creates the "Washington is simply unaffordable fund" to reimburse low-income residents for moving expenses if they relocate to a more affordable state. The fund, funded by a $7 million appropriation, helps residents earning below 300% of the federal poverty level who move to states ranked higher in affordability than Washington based on an annual economic report. To qualify, claimants must attest that Washington's unaffordability was the primary reason for their move and provide proof of documented moving costs. The bill directly affects working-class Washington residents seeking relocation due to high costs of housing, food, and gas.