Rep. Stephanie McClintock

Maddy summaryHB 1289 requires educational service districts to create a voluntary online survey for parents and guardians to share feedback about their public school experience, including satisfaction, suggestions, and reasons for enrollment or disenrollment. The survey must collect anonymized data linked to statewide student identifiers, then disaggregate responses by student categories (like race or disability), enrollment reasons, and transfer types (e.g., to private schools or home instruction). School districts and the state superintendent must publish annual, public summaries of this data, organized by school and student group, while complying with privacy laws like FERPA. This applies directly to all public school families in Washington, school districts, and educational service districts starting September 2025.

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 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 summaryHB 2087 creates a new legal framework for travel insurance sales in Washington State, directly affecting insurers, travel agencies, and group organizers (like schools, employers, or tour operators) selling policies to Washington residents. It defines key terms like "group travel insurance" (policies covering predefined groups without individual charges) and "aggregator sites" (websites comparing insurance), while explicitly excluding cancellation fee waivers and travel assistance services from its rules. The bill requires clear disclosure of coverage details to buyers and clarifies that group policies must follow specific rules, such as defining eligible groups (e.g., students, employees, or sports teams). This ensures consistent regulation for travel insurance sold within the state, aligning with existing insurance laws where not superseded.

Maddy summaryHB 2712 requires Washington school districts to conduct all collective bargaining negotiations (including contract talks and grievance meetings) publicly, either in person or via video streaming, and to post all negotiation documents and final agreements on their public website within two business days. It mandates public notice of meetings per the Open Public Meetings Act (chapter 42.30 RCW) but does not require public comment during negotiations or cover post-agreement grievance proceedings. The bill directly affects school districts and their negotiations with employee organizations, ensuring transparency in the bargaining process. Violations would be treated as breaches of the Open Public Meetings Act.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 4675, adopted on January 28, 2026, is a ceremonial resolution expressing the Washington State House of Representatives' gratitude to the Washington National Guard for their service. It specifically acknowledges the Guard's roles in emergency response (including flood operations and search-and-rescue missions), disaster recovery efforts (like adapting from the Oso landslide), and national defense support (such as aerial refueling capabilities). The resolution directs copies to the Adjutant General, Governor, and other officials but does not create new laws or alter policies. It directly honors National Guard members, their families, and employers without imposing any financial or operational requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 2625 amends Washington State law to update fundraising rules for legitimate charitable and nonprofit organizations. It raises the annual revenue cap for unlicensed raffles from $5,000 to $10,000 and introduces "enhanced raffles" with higher prize limits ($5 million or $10 million) for qualifying organizations, such as those serving individuals with intellectual disabilities or with a history of significant raffle revenue. The bill requires organizations to maintain detailed financial records, conduct independent audits for enhanced raffles, and adhere to specific participation rules (e.g., only bona fide members manage events). These changes directly affect nonprofits conducting raffles, bingo, or amusement games as part of their fundraising activities.

Maddy summaryHB 2128 creates a new "sports entertainment facility license" allowing venues where patrons pay to engage in sports, amusement, or recreational activities (like arenas or event spaces) to serve beer, wine, and spirits on-site. The license costs $3,750 annually and requires venues to offer food options like sandwiches or salads, while considering facility layout and seating. It also establishes special endorsements: $525 for catered events (with sponsor rules) and $180 for selling locally bottled wine off-premises (beer/spirits cannot be sold off-site). The bill restricts brand advertising partnerships to prevent product exclusivity and mandates reporting on these arrangements to the legislature.

Maddy summaryHB 2596 helps parents regain lost parenting time when a court-ordered schedule was disrupted by a false accusation of child abuse or neglect made by the other parent. It creates a streamlined process: a "denied parent" can file a fee-free motion within 20 days, and if the court confirms the accusation was unfounded (e.g., closed by child welfare or deemed without probable cause), it restores the lost time. The bill also allows for doubling the lost time if the false claim was made maliciously to interfere with parenting, and requires the accusing parent to cover legal fees and penalties for noncompliance. This directly affects parents whose parenting rights were unjustly restricted due to unsubstantiated allegations.

Maddy summaryHB 2142 updates Washington state education laws by replacing the term "alternative learning experiences" with "remote and hybrid learning" in multiple statutes. It defines specific course types (like "remote course" and "site-based course") and requires written student learning plans for these programs. The bill clarifies that school districts must follow funding rules for remote/hybrid courses, prohibits compensating students or parents for enrollment, and bans districts from purchasing non-curricular services exclusively for these students. It directly affects school districts administering remote or hybrid learning programs and ensures these courses meet state accountability standards for funding. The changes aim to address financial accountability concerns raised by growing enrollment in these learning models.