HR 4647 Washington House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Recognizing K-9 officer Inka for her outstanding service, dedication, and contributions to the safety and security of Washingtonians.

This resolution (HR 4647) is a ceremonial recognition of Inka, a German Shepherd K-9 officer who served with the Washington State Patrol. It commemorates her seven years of service, including conducting thousands of security searches at Washington State Ferries terminals and the Capitol Campus, preventing disruptions to public safety. The resolution specifically honors her contributions to protecting Washingtonians and institutions, and expresses appreciation for her role alongside handler Trooper Alishan Nomani. As a symbolic resolution (not a policy bill), it has no binding effect but formally celebrates Inka's retirement in April 2025.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 4, 2025 Last action Apr 4, 2025
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Apr 4, 2025
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1 primary · 57 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Brian Burnett
Brian Burnett
RRepublican
WA
12
Co
Photo of Adison Richards
Adison Richards
DDemocratic
WA
26
Co
Photo of Alex Ybarra
Alex Ybarra
RRepublican
WA
13
Co
Photo of Amy Walen
Amy Walen
DDemocratic
WA
48
Co
Photo of Andrew Barkis
Andrew Barkis
RRepublican
WA
2
Co
Photo of Andrew Engell
Andrew Engell
RRepublican
WA
7
Co
Photo of April Connors
April Connors
RRepublican
WA
8
Co
Photo of Brandy Donaghy
Brandy Donaghy
DDemocratic
WA
44
Co
Photo of Carolyn Eslick
Carolyn Eslick
RRepublican
WA
39
Co
Photo of Chris Corry
Chris Corry
RRepublican
WA
15
Co
Photo of Chris Stearns
Chris Stearns
DDemocratic
WA
47