Rep. Lisa Parshley

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the Washington State House of Representatives. It formally acknowledges and celebrates the Lunar New Year as a cultural milestone, highlighting the contributions and historical experiences of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Washington. The resolution references Washington's 2024 recognition of Lunar New Year as a state-recognized holiday and emphasizes the importance of honoring cultural heritage and inclusion. It does not create new policies or funding but serves as a symbolic statement affirming community value.

Maddy summaryHB 2727 creates a state-funded grant program to help community and technical college students pay for public transportation. It requires the state transportation department to provide grants to transit agencies that partner with colleges to offer free or reduced transit fares for students enrolled in degree or certificate programs. To qualify, transit agencies must submit proposals detailing program goals, cost-reduction methods, college partnerships, and long-term sustainability plans. The program aims to lower transportation barriers for these students, with pilot projects required to report outcomes to the legislature within six months of completion.

Maddy summaryHB 2307 updates definitions related to Washington's commute trip reduction program. It removes specific time references (like "6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.") from key terms such as "commute trip" and "peak period," replacing them with broader language like "during the peak period." This primarily affects major employers (100+ employees at a single worksite), cities with traffic congestion thresholds, and regional transportation planning organizations administering the program. The bill refines existing definitions to align with current transportation data methods without creating new requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 2224 allows cities and towns in Washington to create fire protection districts with boundaries matching their city limits, subject to voter approval. It requires cities to include detailed financing plans in their proposals, showing how property taxes or special fees will be used and how they will impact existing city tax levies. For districts formed before July 1, 2026, cities must reduce their own property tax levies by the amount the new district imposes; for districts formed after that date, cities must stay within specific tax rate limits. The bill also mandates public hearings and specifies ballot language requirements for voter approval. This directly affects local governments creating districts and property owners through potential tax changes.

Maddy summaryHB 2597 creates a legal remedy for people whose constitutional rights are violated during civil immigration enforcement actions in Washington, such as detention, questioning, or removal by government officials. It allows victims to sue for damages and seek attorney fees if they win their case, with lawsuits required to be filed within two years of the violation. The law specifically applies to actions taken "under color of law" during immigration enforcement, covering both immigrants and U.S. citizens within Washington's jurisdiction. It aligns with federal constitutional protections but does not override existing defenses like sovereign immunity.

Maddy summaryHB 2271 requires manufacturers to include minimum levels of postconsumer recycled content in specific plastic products, directly affecting producers of plastic trash bags, household cleaning and personal care product containers, and plastic beverage containers. The bill sets phased-in requirements (starting in 2027 for some products) for recycled content, with exemptions for items like medical packaging, food contact materials, and small businesses (under $5 million revenue). It aims to reduce virgin plastic use, lower greenhouse gas emissions from plastic production, and strengthen the recycled plastics market by creating stable demand. The law excludes certain products under federal preemption and specifically defines covered items to avoid overlapping with existing regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 2421 bans the use of 6PPD (a chemical in tires) and unsafe tire additives by 2035, directly affecting tire manufacturers and sellers in Washington. The bill requires tires to use "safer alternatives" proven non-toxic to aquatic life, with the Department of Ecology identifying unsafe substitutes through rules. It includes penalties up to $10,000 per violation for non-compliance and directs fines to environmental cleanup funds. The law aims to reduce toxic tire wear particles linked to salmon mortality in Washington waterways. It excludes certain federal-authorized tires but applies broadly to new vehicle tires sold in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 2301 requires paint manufacturers in Washington to manage leftover architectural paint (interior/exterior paint sold in 5-gallon containers or less) through a statewide stewardship program. The bill mandates manufacturers to develop programs focused on reducing waste, promoting reuse, recycling, and proper disposal of leftover paint, following a specific waste hierarchy (reduce > reuse > recycle > disposal). Paint retailers may voluntarily collect leftover paint, and a "stewardship assessment" fee would be added to paint purchases to fund the program, shifting disposal costs from local governments to producers. This directly affects paint manufacturers and consumers purchasing architectural paint, while aiming to reduce landfill waste and environmental risks.

Maddy summaryHB 2365 establishes Washington's governor's statewide broadband office to improve affordable broadband access and digital equity across the state. The bill defines key terms like "broadband" (requiring minimum 100 Mbps download/20 Mbps upload speeds) and "digital inclusion" (ensuring access to reliable internet, devices, and digital literacy training). It directly affects underserved populations including low-income households, rural residents, seniors, people with disabilities, and others as defined in section (21). The law mandates the office to drive broadband adoption and address gaps in unserved areas, focusing on concrete standards rather than speculative outcomes. The bill is currently pending in the House Appropriations Committee after failing committee passage.

Maddy summaryHB 2139 increases Washington State's snowmobile registration fees from $50 to $75 for both initial registration and renewal, effective September 30, 2025. It also raises vintage snowmobile fees from $12 to $18 annually. The bill directly affects all snowmobile owners required to register their vehicles in Washington. This change modifies existing fee schedules under RCW 46.17.350 without adding new requirements or programs.