Rep. Mark Klicker

Maddy summaryWashington's HB 2262 requires public high schools to include signature instruction in civics education starting in the 2027-28 school year. The bill mandates that civics courses teach students to produce a legible, repeatable handwritten signature - covering historical context including how signature practices have historically limited participation by marginalized groups - without requiring students to actually sign documents for course credit. It also directs the state to collect and publish annual data on ballot rejections due to signature mismatches, broken down by voter age, to improve election processes. The law directly affects all Washington public high school students and aims to address barriers in voting and civic participation.

Maddy summaryHB 2501 updates the required disclosure statement for sellers of residential properties with oil heating systems. It replaces outdated language about "no cost insurance" with a notice stating that "remediation assistance for heating oil contamination may be available" through the Washington State Pollution Liability Insurance Agency. The bill specifically affects real estate sellers in Washington who must provide this notice to buyers before closing. The revised disclosure applies only to property sales occurring on or after January 1, 2027, and does not change the insurance program itself.

Maddy summaryHB 1898 modifies Washington state's truck and trailer length limits on public highways. It increases the maximum permitted length for three-axle flatbed trucks carrying empty loads or agricultural products from 75 to 85 feet, while maintaining existing limits for most other vehicles (e.g., standard trucks capped at 40 feet, tractor-trailers at 53 feet). The bill also creates new exceptions for manufacturer/distributor inventory transport (up to 82 feet for two trailers under 26,000 pounds) and emergency utility repairs (with safety lighting requirements). These changes directly affect commercial trucking companies, agricultural haulers, and utility providers transporting oversized loads.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution (HR 4691) adopted by the Washington State House of Representatives on February 16, 2026. It formally commends the contributions of U.S. presidents, specifically highlighting George Washington and Abraham Lincoln's roles in establishing freedom and ending slavery, and recognizes the third Monday in February as Presidents' Day. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it solely expresses the House's symbolic honor for presidential legacies. It directly affects no one but serves as a formal statement of recognition by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis joint legislative memorial requests Washington's Governor to express state interest in hosting a federal nuclear energy innovation campus. It directs the Governor to prepare a state response to the U.S. Department of Energy's request for information, outlining Washington's capabilities in nuclear technology, workforce, and infrastructure. The memorial aims to position Washington to participate in a federal initiative focused on advancing nuclear energy technology, job creation, and grid reliability. It is a procedural request, not a law, directing state action to pursue a federal opportunity.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not substantive legislation) passed by the Washington state House of Representatives. It formally congratulates the Seattle Seahawks football team for winning the 2025 NFL regular season, NFC West Division championship, and Super Bowl 60. The resolution specifically recognizes their 14-3 record, defensive dominance, key player achievements (including MVP Kenneth Walker III), and community contributions. It has no legal effect beyond expressing the House's recognition and appreciation to the team organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh for his 2025 MLB achievements, including setting a record for home runs by a catcher (60) and winning the Home Run Derby as the first switch-hitting catcher. It recognizes his role in helping the Mariners win their first division title since 2001 and his awards like the Silver Slugger and Players' Choice Player of the Year. The resolution formally expresses the Washington State House of Representatives' appreciation and transmits copies to Raleigh, the Mariners organization, and MLB. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

Maddy summaryHB 2174 allows counties, cities, or towns in Washington to designate "accident risk zones" on public roads with frequent collisions. It requires public hearings before designation, mandates safety investigations (including speed limit reviews), and increases enforcement in these zones. Drivers committing traffic violations like speeding in these zones face double the standard fine if signs notify them of the higher penalties, with half the doubled fines funding safety improvements like road signs or engineering fixes. Zones automatically end once safety measures are implemented or can be dissolved via petition from property owners or by the local government. The bill explicitly authorizes local governments to create these zones under new state law provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 1367 allows motorcycles to temporarily use the right shoulder of limited-access highways (like freeways) when traffic is stopped or moving at 25 mph or slower. This applies only under specific conditions: motorcycles must not exceed 10 mph faster than adjacent traffic, must travel alone (not two abreast), and must exit the shoulder before exits offering alternative routes or services. The bill amends Washington’s vehicle code to permit this shoulder use while maintaining existing restrictions on lane-sharing and passing. It directly affects motorcycle riders operating in slow-moving or stopped traffic on major highways.

Maddy summaryHB 2131 allows vessel owners in Washington to voluntarily donate $1 or more during vessel registration to fund sea lion management. The donations, which can be declined, are deposited into a new "sea lion predation control account" specifically for controlling sea lions that prey on salmon in the lower Columbia River. Funds in this account may only be used for salmon preservation efforts targeting pinniped (sea lion) populations and cannot replace existing state agency funding for this purpose. The bill creates this funding mechanism at registration time without changing vessel registration fees or requirements.