Rep. Kristine Reeves

Maddy summaryHB 2315 establishes sales-based tier requirements for cannabis producers to prevent oversupply. Tier 3 producers (10,000-30,000 sq ft) must show $288,000 annual sales to maintain their tier; failing this converts them to Tier 2 (max 10,000 sq ft). Tier 2 producers (4,000-10,000 sq ft) must show $96,000 annual sales to stay in Tier 2; failure converts them to Tier 1 (max 4,000 sq ft). Tier 1 producers (under 4,000 sq ft) are exempt from these rules. The bill allows one-year exemptions for natural disasters or other extraordinary events.

Maddy summaryHB 2147 increases state funding for school materials, supplies, and operating costs in Washington State to address inflation-driven budget shortfalls affecting school districts. It establishes a new funding formula based on prototypical schools (600 high school students, 432 middle school students, 400 elementary students) with specific class size standards (e.g., K-3 at 17 students per teacher) and minimum staffing allocations. The bill requires transparency by mandating the Superintendent of Public Instruction to publish per-pupil funding reports online, which school districts must link to their websites. It also includes targeted provisions for career-technical education, lab science class size reduction, and high-poverty schools with over 50% free/reduced lunch eligibility. The legislation amends existing law (RCW 28A.150.260) to adjust funding allocations based on actual student enrollment and school type.

Maddy summaryHB 2177 amends Washington State's definition of "fetal death" in vital records laws. The bill specifies that a fetal death must show no signs of life after expulsion/extraction and either meet 20+ weeks of gestation (calculated from last menstrual period) or weigh 350 grams, while excluding induced pregnancy terminations. This change affects how medical providers and health departments record and report fetal deaths for official statistics. The amendment ensures consistency in tracking fetal deaths for public health data without altering abortion access or medical procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 2193 creates a dedicated fund to prosecute mortgage lending fraud by adding a $5 surcharge on most deed of trust recordings in Washington. County auditors collect this fee (keeping 5% for administration) and send the rest to the state treasurer, depositing it into the new "mortgage lending fraud prosecution account." The Department of Financial Institutions manages these funds, using them exclusively for criminal prosecutions of mortgage fraud, in consultation with the Attorney General and local prosecutors. The bill applies to standard deed of trust recordings but excludes assignments or substitutions of previously recorded deeds.

Maddy summaryHB 2213 requires Washington scrap metal businesses to document every metal sale with detailed records, including seller ID, vehicle details, photos of the metal, and a signed declaration confirming the metal isn’t stolen. Businesses must digitally report transactions over $50 to a state database and limit cash payments to $30 per transaction, with the remainder paid via non-transferable check or electronic method. The law aims to deter metal theft by making it harder to anonymously sell stolen metal, directly affecting all scrap metal businesses operating in the state. Key provisions include mandatory photo documentation of metal and 10-day retention of high-value items.

Maddy summaryHB 2169 strengthens financial independence for Washington youth aged 18-21 in the care of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). It prohibits DCYF from using personal benefits (like Social Security) paid to these youth to reimburse care costs starting January 1, 2027. The bill requires DCYF to help eligible youth apply for Social Security benefits, assist in setting up managed financial accounts (such as ABLE accounts), and provide support for managing funds. If needed, DCYF must help identify an authorized representative to manage benefits, though it clarifies the department owes no fiduciary duty to youth or third parties managing these accounts.

Maddy summaryHB 2181 allocates $690 million in excess climate commitment auction revenue to repair transportation infrastructure damaged by the December 2025 atmospheric river and winter storm event. It specifically funds cleanup, repairs, and restoration of Interstate 90, State Routes 2, 167, and 410, and other critical transportation systems affected by the emergency. The funding comes directly from the Climate Investment Account, as authorized by the Climate Commitment Act, and is tied to emergency proclamation 25-07. This bill uses existing climate revenue for immediate infrastructure recovery, without creating new taxes or altering broader climate program requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 1017 designates November 22nd as "Kimchi Day" in Washington State, recognizing the cultural significance of kimchi and aligning with similar observances in South Korea and other U.S. states. The bill amends state law to add "The twenty-second day of November, recognized as kimchi day" to a list of non-holiday cultural observances. It does not create a legal holiday or affect work schedules, as these recognized days are explicitly stated to not qualify as paid or unpaid legal holidays under state law. The measure aims to celebrate kimchi’s heritage, citing its UNESCO-recognized preparation process ("kimjang") and health benefits, but has no direct policy impact on residents or businesses.

Maddy summaryHB 1642 allows specific retirement system members who were never given a choice between two plan options to transfer to plan 2. It applies to teachers who joined Teachers' Retirement System plans 2/3 between 1996-2007, school employees who joined School Employees' Retirement System plans 2/3 between 2000-2007, and public employees starting after 2025 (effective January 2026). Members must make an irrevocable January transfer choice for future service, but retirees cannot transfer. The legislature reserves the right to modify this provision.

Maddy summaryHouse Joint Memorial 4003 is a non-binding resolution from the Washington State Legislature urging the U.S. government to join international efforts in developing a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. It calls for ending new fossil fuel exploration and expansion, phasing out existing production in line with climate science, and prioritizing worker and community support during the transition. The memorial aligns with Washington’s existing climate laws, including the Climate Commitment Act and the HEAL Act, which aim to reduce emissions and address environmental health disparities. It directly addresses the U.S. President, Congress, and the United Nations to advance global climate action.