SJR 8203 Washington Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Amending the Constitution to allow for a property tax exemption for a principal place of residence.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment allowing Washington's legislature to create a property tax exemption for primary residences. If approved by voters, it would enable future legislation to establish this exemption, with the legislature determining eligibility and specific conditions. The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election and does not create the exemption itself, only authorizes its potential future implementation.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 12, 2026 Last action Jan 12, 2026
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Jan 12, 2026
Introduced
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Minority; without recommendation.
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Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Minority; do not pass.
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Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
WM - Majority; do pass.
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Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 1:30 PM.
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Feb 25, 2025
Upper · Passed
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 1:30 PM.
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1 primary · 19 co-sponsors

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