Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 2418: Concerning permit review processes.

HB 2418 streamlines permit review processes for land use projects in Washington State by requiring local governments (counties and cities) to issue written completeness determinations within 28 days of receiving a project permit application. If a local government fails to provide this written notice within 28 days, the application is automatically deemed complete on the 29th day, preventing unnecessary delays. The bill applies directly to developers seeking permits for projects like subdivisions, site plans, or environmental approvals, but excludes building permits based on code compliance. It aims to create predictable timelines for permit reviews by standardizing procedural requirements and reducing arbitrary delays in local government processing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingHB 2418 accelerates housing development by requiring faster permit approvals for projects like subdivisions, directly enabling more housing construction without explicit affordability or tenant protections.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SB 6237: Concerning rental property disclosures of flooding history and flood risk.

SB 6237 requires landlords in Washington to disclose flood risk information to tenants for new rental agreements signed after December 31, 2026. Specifically, landlords must inform tenants if a property is in a flood hazard area, clarify that landlord insurance typically doesn’t cover tenant belongings, and recommend renters’ and flood insurance. They must also provide details on where to access local flood hazard maps from county governments. This law directly affects renters in flood-prone areas and landlords who must include these disclosures in lease agreements. The bill aims to increase transparency about flood risks without changing insurance requirements or costs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to disclose flood risks and insurance coverage to tenants, strengthening tenant protections by enabling informed rental decisions regarding safety and financial risks.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 1974: Establishing land banking authorities.

HB 1974 establishes a framework for counties to create land banking authorities aimed at increasing affordable housing. These land banks - public entities or nonprofits - can acquire, hold, and develop land within urban growth areas, requiring at least 33% of housing units to be affordable to extremely low-income households, no more than 33% at market rate, and the remainder for moderate-income residents. The bill mandates 99-year affordability covenants on developed land, prioritizes displacement mitigation, and requires advisory boards reflecting community diversity to oversee land bank activities. It directly affects counties, housing developers, and low/moderate-income residents, particularly in communities disproportionately impacted by housing inequities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 33% affordable units for extremely low-income households with 99-year covenants, directly advancing affordable housing goals per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 25, 2026

HB 1408: Establishing funding for community preservation and development authorities approved through RCW 43.167.060.

HB 1408 establishes a new funding stream for community preservation and development authorities in Washington. It requires 30% of state sales tax revenue from qualifying large stadiums or arenas (with specific seat capacity and facility size requirements) to be deposited into community development accounts starting January 1, 2026. The funds are split equally between operating and capital subaccounts to support local projects addressing economic vitality, safety, and housing needs in communities affected by major public facilities. The bill mandates biennial reporting by these authorities and expires January 1, 2037.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects 30% of stadium sales tax revenue to community development funds for housing/safety projects, advancing public funding allocation per tax revenue stream.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates stadium tax revenue to community funds specifically for housing needs in local projects addressing housing development.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 2594: Ensuring that unhoused children and youths in Washington have equal access to free, appropriate public education.

HB 2594 ensures homeless children and youths in Washington state have equal access to free public education by removing barriers like residency requirements, documentation delays, and fees. It requires school districts and the Superintendent of Public Instruction to adopt policies that prevent segregation, identify homeless students, and maintain enrollment in their "school of origin" (the school they attended while housed). The bill mandates a state education plan addressing specific obstacles - such as missing immunization records, dress codes, or lack of birth certificates - and ensures homeless students can access all programs, including preschool, extracurriculars, and career training, on the same basis as other students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRemoves barriers (residency, fees) to ensure unhoused children's equal access to public education, directly expanding educational access per topic description.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill directly addresses homelessness (a core housing issue) by removing barriers preventing unhoused children from accessing education, aligning with 'addresses homelessness' indicator.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 6162: Concerning property tax reform.

SB 6162 expands Washington’s senior property tax relief program to help older residents and veterans with lower incomes. It directly affects seniors aged 61+ (or disabled retirees), veterans with 40%+ VA disability ratings, and surviving spouses aged 57+ who meet income thresholds. The bill provides tiered tax relief: full exemption from all property taxes for those below income threshold 3, and partial exemptions (covering up to 80% of home value) for those between thresholds 1 and 2. Key changes include simplifying eligibility rules, allowing income adjustments for events like spouse death or Social Security COLAs, and locking in lower property valuations for qualifying homeowners.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax relief for seniors/veterans with lower incomes, reducing their tax burden via tiered exemptions per bill's summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands property tax relief for seniors/veterans with lower incomes, reducing housing costs and advancing affordability for vulnerable groups.92% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes veterans with 40%+ VA disability ratings in expanded property tax relief program, providing tiered tax exemptions as a direct benefit.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 2664: Modifying requirements for service of unlawful detainer notices and other notices served in the same manner.

HB 2664 modifies how eviction notices (unlawful detainer notices) and similar legal notices must be delivered in Washington state. It clarifies service methods when tenants are absent or untraceable, allowing notices to be left on the property and mailed to the last known address, with a mandatory 5-day waiting period after mail delivery before eviction actions can begin. The bill directly affects tenants facing eviction, landlords seeking possession, and property management companies (including corporate owners). Key provisions specify acceptable service locations, required mailing procedures, and define how subtenants are handled in lodging situations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdds 5-day waiting period for eviction notices, strengthening tenant protections against sudden displacement85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 2451: Concerning local tax increment financing.

HB 2451 modifies Washington State's tax increment financing (TIF) rules to help local governments fund public improvements. It allows cities, counties, and other local jurisdictions to use increased property tax revenue from designated "increment areas" (geographic zones where property values rise after designation) to pay for eligible projects like roads, water systems, affordable housing, and park facilities. The bill sets limits: an increment area cannot exceed $200 million in assessed value (adjusted annually by the consumer price index) or 20% of a jurisdiction's total assessed value, whichever is smaller. It clarifies which costs qualify, including infrastructure, affordable housing development, and administrative expenses directly tied to TIF implementation. This bill directly affects local governments seeking to finance public projects through targeted tax revenue growth within specific zones.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enables local governments to fund public improvements (roads, housing) using tax increment revenue, strengthening fiscal tools for public projects.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly designates affordable housing as an eligible TIF project, directly enabling local funding for housing development and affordability initiatives.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly lists roads as eligible TIF projects, enabling local funding for transportation infrastructure improvements within designated increment areas.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 2452: Modifying requirements for service of rent increase notices.

HB 2452 requires landlords in manufactured and mobile home communities to provide tenants with a standardized notice for rent increases, detailing the exact percentage and dollar amount of the increase. The notice must also explain if the increase exceeds Washington’s 5% annual limit and include supporting documentation for any claimed exemptions (such as community purchases or public housing programs). This applies specifically to tenants in manufactured/mobile home communities, not all rental properties. The bill amends existing laws to ensure transparency and compliance with rent increase rules.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates standardized rent increase notices with transparency on limits/exemptions, directly protecting tenants in mobile home communities from unclear or excessive hikes.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · Washington · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 2338: Authorizing community scaled weatherization projects.

HB 2338 authorizes community-scale weatherization projects that cover multiple homes in the same neighborhood facing shared environmental, social, or economic challenges. Sponsors like community groups, tribes, or utilities can apply for state funds to implement energy efficiency upgrades, structural repairs, and healthy housing improvements across entire neighborhoods - rather than just single homes. The department must prioritize proposals serving areas with environmental health disparities and low-income households (defined as 80% of median income), requiring data-driven community assessments. Projects must include energy audits and avoid charging households for weatherization services, while aligning with federal energy efficiency programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes state funding for community weatherization projects, directing government spending toward essential housing and environmental improvements in disadvantaged areas.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill authorizes state funding for neighborhood energy efficiency upgrades, directly advancing energy conservation goals through weatherization projects.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes neighborhood weatherization for energy efficiency and healthy housing, explicitly prioritizing areas with environmental health disparities to reduce emissions and address inequities.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds neighborhood-scale housing improvements including structural repairs and healthy housing upgrades, targeting areas with environmental disparities to enhance housing quality and accessibility.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing