• Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signs executive order creating the Washington Space Council.
• Council aims to strengthen Washington's position in the commercial space economy.
• Space sector supports 12,340 jobs and $8.1 billion in economic output in Washington.
• Council includes leaders from commercial space companies, aerospace, and local government.

The creation of the Washington Space Council may indicate the state's growing commitment to the commercial space industry, which could strengthen its position as a hub for space technology and manufacturing. This move suggests a focus on developing infrastructure, workforce, and policy environment to support industry growth, which could have significant economic implications for the state.