Rep. Deb Manjarrez

Maddy summaryHB 1691 extends the deadline for securing permits and funding for water supply projects under Washington's Yakima River Basin Integrated Plan from 2025 to 2035. This change affects the Department of Ecology and the Yakima River Basin water management program, which aims to provide 214,000 acre-feet of water annually for environmental, agricultural, and municipal uses. The bill amends specific state codes to update the milestone date and related funding review expiration, without altering the plan's core requirements. It provides additional time to complete projects while maintaining existing water rights and conservation goals.

Maddy summaryHB 1854, titled the "Family Housing Act," would allow counties in rural Washington to permit land subdivisions for family members outside urban growth areas under specific conditions. It directly affects rural families seeking to transfer or sell land to relatives (like parents, children, or spouses) while maintaining family ownership continuity. Key provisions require the original land to be family-owned for over five years, limit each family member to one new lot, and allow flexible lot sizes (as long as they support a home and basic infrastructure like wells), without requiring standard lot sizes. The bill aims to address restrictions under the Growth Management Act that have limited family farming and housing options in rural communities. It is currently pending in the House Local Government Committee.

Maddy summaryHJR 4205 proposes a constitutional amendment to cap Washington's total property tax levies at 1% of a property's true value annually. This would affect all Washington property owners by limiting annual tax rates, with specific exceptions allowing school/fire districts to exceed the cap for up to 4-6 years for facility projects, and taxing districts to exceed it for bond payments on capital projects. The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election and would replace the current constitutional tax limit in Article VII, section 2. It does not change current tax rates but sets a new annual ceiling for all property taxes combined.

Maddy summaryHB 1729 reduces Washington's state property tax levies for schools by reversing $4 billion in excess revenue collected since 2018 due to faster-than-expected property value growth. It directly lowers taxes for homeowners by setting specific annual dollar amounts ($2.79 billion for Part I and $1.32 billion for Part II) for 2026-2028, replacing percentage-based rates. This adjustment prevents future over-collection by basing levies on actual past revenue shortfalls, not outdated growth assumptions. After 2028, levies return to standard calculation methods under state law.

Maddy summaryHB 1912 establishes a system for tracking and reporting sales of fuel used for agricultural purposes, which are exempt from the state's Climate Commitment Act. Fuel sellers, including retail stations and suppliers, can register with the Department of Ecology to track and report these exempt sales. Registered sellers must make exempt fuel available at a differential rate or credit purchasers to reflect the absence of associated compliance costs under the climate act. This ensures the agricultural exemption is properly applied and monitored, affecting fuel sellers, suppliers, and agricultural users starting January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 4650 is a commemorative resolution recognizing Representative Bruce Q. Chandler for his 26 years of distinguished service to the 15th Legislative District and the State of Washington. It honors his contributions in areas such as agriculture, business, early learning, and state budgeting.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 4664 is a commemorative bill that honors the life and legacy of former Speaker Frank Chopp. It recognizes his extensive public service, advocacy for social justice and housing, and his record as the longest-serving Speaker in Washington state history.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 4640) formally honors the A.C. Davis High School Pirates girls basketball team for winning the 2024-25 Washington State Class 4A championship. It recognizes their victory over Sumner High School (61-45) after overcoming an earlier loss to the same team, highlighting their resilience and the contributions of players and coaches. The resolution directs the House to send copies to the school principal, head coach, and district superintendent as a symbolic gesture of recognition. It is a ceremonial measure with no policy changes or direct effects beyond the acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 4644) is a symbolic recognition passed by the Washington State House of Representatives. It formally honors Filipino American educators across Washington State for their contributions to public education, K-12 and higher learning, and fields like nursing and Filipino American Studies. The resolution specifically acknowledges their role in shaping Washington's cultural, educational, and economic landscape, citing the state's large Filipino American population (over 185,000 people). As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new programs or change laws - it simply commends the community and urges celebration of their achievements.