Providing community notification regarding the release or discharge of sexually violent predators.
HB 2349 requires Washington state agencies to provide written community notification 3 months before releasing or discharging individuals classified as sexually violent predators. It mandates that agencies share detailed records (including institutional history, mental health evaluations, and criminal history) with local law enforcement, county officials, legislators, and victims (if they request it) prior to release. The bill directly affects counties, law enforcement, and victims by requiring timely disclosure of release dates and relevant background information. Key provisions include standardized notification to sheriffs, county administrators, legislators, and law enforcement via the Washington Crime Information Center, ensuring consistent community awareness. This focuses on procedural transparency rather than altering commitment standards or penalties.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2026
Last action Jan 26, 2026
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Committee
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Jan 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
Public hearing in the House Committee on Community Safety at 1:30 PM.
lower
1 primary · 15 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mari Leavitt
DDemocratic
Co
Adison Richards
DDemocratic
Co
April Connors
RRepublican
Co
Carolyn Eslick
RRepublican
Co
Chris Stearns
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Griffey
RRepublican
Co
Jenny Graham
RRepublican
Co
John Ley
RRepublican
Co
Kristine Reeves
DDemocratic
Co
Mark Klicker
RRepublican
Co
Michael Keaton
RRepublican
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