With the 2008 legislative session freeze on fundraising behind her, Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire raised twice as much money as GOP challenger Dino Rossi in April.

According to figures provided by the respective campaigns, the Democratic governor raised about $1.3 million in April, while Rossi’s campaign brought in about $625,000 during the same period.

Combined with previously reported contributions, Gregoire has raised about $6 million and has $3.8 million in cash on hand. Rossi’s totals were about $4.4 million raised and about $3 million on hand. Disclosure reports show that Rossi has spent $1.2 million but spending in April was not included.

Detailed public disclosure reports are due next week.

(Seattle Post-Intelligencer)