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in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 2002: Concerning criminal justice and the recovery of firearms used in the commission of a crime.

HB 2002 establishes a reward program to encourage the public to report information about firearms used in felony crimes. It provides up to $500 for locating such firearms, or up to $5,000 if the report leads to a conviction, excluding law enforcement officers, individuals with warrants, or government employees acting in their official capacity. The cash rewards will be funded from existing county and municipal criminal justice assistance accounts, which distribute funds based on population, crime rates, and court case volumes. The bill directly affects law enforcement agencies (who receive the information) and the public (who may submit tips for rewards), while amending funding mechanisms for local criminal justice programs.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates cash reward program for public reporting of firearms used in felonies, enhancing law enforcement's ability to recover weapons and solve crimes within criminal justice framework.90% confidence
Travis Couture (R) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1421: Creating the state department of natural resources' Smokey Bear special license plates.

HB 1421 creates a new Smokey Bear special license plate for Washington vehicles, with an initial fee of $40 and an annual renewal fee of $30. The plate features Smokey Bear's name, image, and wildfire prevention messages, and will be issued by the Department of Natural Resources under existing license plate regulations. This procedural bill adds the plate to Washington's existing special license plate options without altering other policy provisions.
Brandy Donaghy (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1467: Concerning actuarial funding of pension systems.

HB 1467 establishes specific funding requirements for Washington state's public pension systems, directly affecting state employees, teachers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, school staff, and public safety workers. It mandates that pension plans be fully funded by set deadlines (e.g., law enforcement/firefighters plan 1 by June 2024) and requires spreading unfunded costs over 10-year or 15-year periods using actuarial methods. The bill details how contribution rates for employers (like the state) must be calculated to cover normal costs, amortize funding gaps, and pay for past benefit changes without exceeding set minimum or maximum rates. These changes apply to multiple systems, including public employees', teachers', and school employees' retirement plans, ensuring predictable long-term funding.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates full pension funding by deadlines, requiring state budget allocation for public employee pensions, strengthening fiscal responsibility in pension management.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates full pension funding for public sector workers (teachers, law enforcement, etc.), securing retirement benefits as part of employment standards.95% confidence
Joe Fitzgibbon (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Jan 12, 2026

SB 5565: Permitting senior-focused groups to engage in certain bingo gambling activities.

This bill allows senior centers, senior housing organizations, and senior living communities (with a 55+ age minimum) to operate bingo games weekly, instead of the standard limit of twice yearly. It specifically amends Washington’s gambling laws to permit these senior-focused groups to conduct weekly bingo, with revenue from bingo capped at $10,000 annually. All proceeds must fund the organization’s charitable or nonprofit purposes, and they must follow standard reporting and notice requirements. This change directly affects senior living communities meeting the age criteria, providing them greater flexibility for fundraising through bingo.
Jim McCune (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1370: Creating Mount St. Helens special license plates.

HB 1370 adds "Mount St. Helens" as a special license plate option for Washington vehicle owners. The plate would display an image of Mount St. Helens and carry a $40 initial fee plus a $30 annual renewal fee, consistent with other specialty plates. This bill amends existing state code to include the Mount St. Helens design in the official list of approved special license plates, allowing drivers to display it on their vehicles as a voluntary choice. It directly affects Washington residents who choose to purchase this specific plate type.
Ed Orcutt (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 2066: Providing financial relief for families by establishing a sales tax holiday for back-to-school shopping.

HB 2066 creates a temporary sales tax holiday for back-to-school shopping in Washington State, running from 12:00 a.m. on the second Friday of August through 11:59 p.m. on the following Sunday each year. It directly affects families with children in grades K-12 by exempting sales tax on qualifying items: clothing (including footwear, $100 or less per item), school supplies ($50 or less), and personal computers/computer accessories ($1,500 or less for home use). Businesses may opt out if they expect less than 5% of sales to come from these items, but the state will maintain a public list of exempt products. The policy aims to reduce immediate financial strain on families during back-to-school shopping, aligning with similar programs in other states.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides temporary sales tax exemption for qualifying back-to-school items, reducing tax burden on middle-income families per bill's explicit financial relief purpose.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides tax relief on school supplies, clothing, and computers for K-12 families, reducing costs for essential educational materials and improving access.85% confidence
Travis Couture (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Washington · Senate Jan 12, 2026

SB 5210: Establishing the ninth grade success grant program.

SB 5210 establishes a permanent state grant program to fund "ninth grade success teams" in Washington public schools. These teams identify students at risk of falling behind by tracking attendance, behavior, and grades, then provide targeted academic and social support to improve their chances of graduating on time. The program prioritizes schools with low ninth-grade on-track rates (passing all classes) or below-average graduation rates, using grant funds for staff stipends, professional development, substitute teachers, and student supports. Schools receiving grants must report annually on participation, student demographics, and improvements in on-track rates and graduation data through 2030.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes permanent grant program funding ninth grade success teams to identify at-risk students and provide targeted academic/social support, aiming to improve graduation rates in underperforming schools.95% confidence
Marko Liias (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1599: Concerning consumer debt adjusters and debt resolution services providers.

HB 1599 regulates debt adjusters and debt resolution services providers in Washington State, directly affecting consumers seeking help managing unsecured debt and the businesses offering these services. The bill sets a 15% fee cap on total debt adjustment services (including fees from financial institutions), limits initial charges to $25, and prohibits fees on rent or utility payments. It clarifies distinctions between "debt adjusters" (who manage debt) and "debt resolution services providers" (who renegotiate debt terms), while defining key terms like "dedicated account" and "fair share" contributions. The law also prohibits fee retention until all creditors are notified and imposes penalties for violations.
Kristine Reeves (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1019: Concerning tax incentives for farmers.

HB 1019 creates a 25% tax credit for Washington farmers purchasing eligible items like new equipment, seeds, and conservation infrastructure. To qualify, farmers must participate in a state conservation program or receive conservation grant funds from the Washington State Conservation Commission. The credit, which cannot exceed annual tax liability, can be carried forward for up to two years if unused. The tax incentive expires on January 1, 2036, and applies only to farmers meeting specific conservation program participation criteria.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides 25% tax credit to farmers for eligible purchases, reducing tax liability and supporting agricultural conservation programs within state fiscal framework.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires conservation participation for tax credit, directly incentivizing environmental conservation practices by farmers through tax incentives for conservation infrastructure.90% confidence
Clyde Shavers (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1568: Modifying financial aid eligibility.

HB 1568 expands financial aid eligibility for Washington college students by raising the income threshold for full Washington College Grant coverage from 50% to 70% of the state median family income (adjusted for family size). It also creates a new $500 annual "bridge grant" for students receiving the maximum Washington College Grant but not the College Bound Scholarship, covering non-tuition costs like books, housing, and transportation. The bridge grant applies starting the 2025-26 academic year to students enrolled at least half-time. This bill directly affects low-income undergraduate students attending Washington state colleges and universities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands state financial aid funding by raising income thresholds and adding $500 bridge grants, increasing public education spending per bill's summary.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands financial aid eligibility and adds bridge grant for college students, increasing access to higher education funding and reducing non-tuition barriers.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides $500 annual bridge grant covering housing costs for college students, directly supporting affordable housing access through financial aid expansion.95% confidence
Dave Paul (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Jan 12, 2026

SB 5383: Providing a sales and use tax exemption for inputs required for salmon recovery projects.

SB 5383 exempts sales and use taxes on labor, materials, and equipment used in qualifying salmon recovery projects. It applies to sponsors (such as tribes, local governments, or nonprofits) receiving state funding for projects aimed at increasing salmon/steelhead stocks through habitat restoration, barrier removal, or hatchery improvements. To qualify, sponsors must obtain a department-issued exemption certificate and provide it to sellers before August 1, 2025. The exemption expires when the project is certified operationally complete, with sponsors required to pay any back taxes within 60 days of expiration. This policy directly reduces costs for entities undertaking state-funded salmon habitat restoration efforts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts sales/use taxes for salmon recovery projects, reducing tax burden on qualifying sponsors and directing state funds toward habitat restoration and conservation programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax exemption for salmon habitat restoration, barrier removal, and hatchery improvements - directly advancing environmental conservation and species protection efforts.95% confidence
Perry Dozier (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Washington · Senate Jan 12, 2026

SB 5411: Concerning the tax treatment of pilates studios and gymnastics facilities.

SB 5411 reenacts and amends Washington's definition of "sale at retail" (RCW 82.04.050) to clarify tax treatment for various services, including those provided by fitness facilities. The bill does not create new tax exemptions for pilates studios or gymnastics facilities; instead, it updates existing definitions of taxable retail sales to include services like installing or improving fitness equipment. Key provisions specify that charges for labor/services related to tangible personal property (e.g., facility maintenance, equipment installation) are taxable under current retail sales rules. This bill affects all businesses subject to Washington's retail sales tax, not just fitness studios, by refining how certain services are classified for tax purposes. The title misleadingly suggests specific treatment for fitness facilities, but the actual text modifies general tax definitions without targeting those businesses.
T'wina Nobles (D) · 5 co-sponsors
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