Rep. Ed Orcutt

Maddy summaryHB 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.

Maddy summaryHB 1376 would allow Washington taxpayers with capital gains tax liabilities to pay their taxes up to six months before the regular due date. This applies specifically to taxes owed under Chapter 82.87 RCW, affecting individuals or entities with capital gains tax obligations. The bill specifies that payments must follow standard department procedures, and no interest would be charged if the taxpayer overpays and qualifies for a refund. This is a procedural change to tax payment timing, not a tax rate adjustment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes Representative Virginia "Jenny" Graham for her public service in the Washington State House of Representatives. It highlights her eight-year tenure, her advocacy for public safety, and her work on community safety and veterans' issues. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally honors John Michael Sattgast for his 35 years of dedicated service as a communications professional for the House Republican Caucus in the Washington State Legislature. It recognizes his work producing over 4,000 radio stories and coordinating media coverage for state representatives, as well as his leadership roles with the National Conference of State Legislatures. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to sharing legislative history and public information, noting his receipt of the 2023 Legislative Staff Achievement Award. This measure serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new policy or affecting government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally acknowledges the service of Representative Steve Tharinger to his district and the Washington state legislature. It recognizes his long career in public service, including his time as a Clallam County Commissioner, his work on the House Capital Budget Committee, and his advocacy for environmental protection and healthcare. The resolution serves as a commemorative tribute to his contributions and personal qualities rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2343 requires publicly owned game farms in Washington (like those operated by the Department of Fish and Wildlife) to obtain water quality permits under the state's concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) program, which they currently avoid. It mandates these facilities to implement specific manure pollution prevention plans, groundwater monitoring, and reporting protocols - similar to private farms - when housing over 5,000 game birds. The bill explicitly includes pheasants and similar game birds in CAFO regulations and ensures public facilities meet the same water quality standards as private operations to prevent nitrate contamination of drinking water wells. This aligns public game farm management with existing environmental protections for private agricultural operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HB 2120) modifies reporting requirements for two separate programs, not the audit committee's work plans as the title suggests. It updates rules for how municipalities use lodging tax revenues (requiring applicants to estimate travel impacts and report actual visitor numbers) and mandates the Employment Security Department to report annually on training benefits program outcomes, including participant demographics, employment results, and program costs. The bill affects municipalities receiving lodging tax funds, tourism organizations, and the Employment Security Department. Key provisions require detailed annual reports on lodging tax usage and biennial reviews of training benefits by the joint legislative audit committee. The mismatch between the title and actual content appears to be an error in the bill's designation.

Maddy summaryWashington State's HJM 4004 is a joint memorial requesting Congress to amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act. It asks for expanded authority allowing state and tribal managers to use adaptive management tools - including lethal removal of sea lions - to protect endangered salmon stocks across all Washington marine waters and Puget Sound, beyond the current limited Columbia River authorization. The memorial cites a 2022 study showing pinniped populations contribute to salmon declines and a 2018 law that successfully reduced sea lion predation on the Columbia River. This request seeks to extend similar flexibility statewide for salmon recovery efforts. (Procedural memorial; not a bill with binding effect.)

Maddy summaryHB 2746 reduces Washington State's 2028 property tax levy by $2.1 billion, specifically by lowering the "part I highest lawful levy" amount used in tax calculations for that year. This adjustment directly affects all Washington property owners through the state's property tax system, as it modifies how tax rates are applied to assessed property values. The bill amends existing tax law (RCW 84.52.065) to implement this specific reduction for 2028, while maintaining the $3.60 per $1,000 assessed value cap for future years. It does not change current tax rates or provide immediate relief, only setting a defined reduction for the 2028 tax collection period.

Maddy summaryHB 2743 reduces Washington state property taxes by $2.1 billion for 2027, applying to all property owners statewide. The bill amends tax code to cap the combined state property tax rate at $3.60 per $1,000 of assessed value and mandates this specific $2.1 billion reduction in the 2027 tax levy. It does not change tax rates for prior years but sets a permanent cap on future combined tax levies. This is a direct adjustment to the state's property tax collection amount, not a rate change for individual properties. The bill affects all taxable property within Washington, as the tax is statewide.