Rep. Kristine Reeves

Maddy summaryHB 1433 would establish a regulated system in Washington for adults 21+ to access psychedelic substances for therapeutic use under licensed professionals. It directs the Department of Health to license facilitators and service centers, and the Liquor & Cannabis Board to oversee manufacturers and testing, requiring sessions in controlled environments with trained guides. The bill emphasizes reducing costs to improve equity, particularly for historically disadvantaged communities, while explicitly stating it does not require insurance coverage or override federal law. This would create a legal framework for safe, supervised use and research, pending legislative approval.

Maddy summaryHB 1080 requires hotels and short-term rentals to disclose all mandatory fees, except for government taxes and special district assessments, within their advertised room rates. Before a consumer reserves a stay, the total price presented must include all government taxes and assessment fees. These rules apply to advertising displayed in or from Washington state. Businesses found in violation may face civil penalties up to $10,000 per infraction, with enforcement handled by city, county, or state attorneys.

Maddy summaryHB 1063 creates a new licensing and regulatory framework for businesses that offer "earned wage access services" in Washington State. These services allow workers to receive advance payments of wages they’ve already earned but haven’t been paid by their employer (e.g., via apps or employer partnerships). Starting July 1, 2026, providers must obtain a license from the Department of Financial Institutions, undergo background checks for key personnel, and comply with specific fee and reporting rules. The law directly affects businesses offering these services and protects consumers by requiring transparency and oversight, while excluding traditional banks, credit unions, and payroll services. It does not apply to employers who directly pay employees early or to services that merely verify earnings without funding advances.

Maddy summaryHB 1654 clarifies which local entities are responsible for enforcing the International Fire Code in unincorporated county areas. It allows counties to handle enforcement, but gives cities, towns, or fire protection districts (with over $10 million in annual revenue) the option to take over enforcement duties - including fire cause investigations and building inspections - after providing six months' notice to the county. These entities may also charge fees to cover enforcement costs, and must offer equivalent jobs to displaced county fire marshals. The bill does not change existing fire safety standards but adjusts administrative responsibility between local governments.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Washington healthcare providers to inform patients about available pain control options before scheduling or during appointments for intrauterine device (IUD) placement or removal. It directly affects patients seeking IUDs - particularly those who have never given birth, who often experience more pain - and healthcare providers who perform these procedures. The key provision mandates that providers notify patients about pain management choices (beyond just over-the-counter medications) at the time of scheduling, aligning with updated CDC guidelines. The bill does not change medical practices but ensures patients receive clear information about pain control options before the procedure. It is pending review in the Health Care & Wellness committee.

Maddy summaryHB 1477 establishes a dedicated administrative trust account to cover the operational costs of Washington Saves, the state's automatic retirement savings program for eligible workers. The account, managed by the state treasurer, funds program administration (like staff and technology) but cannot pay employee benefits. It affects small businesses with 10,400+ combined employee hours annually that don’t offer retirement plans to long-term staff (called "covered employers"). Key rules include using only state/federal grants or interest earnings for admin costs, requiring director approval for spending, and prohibiting commingling with employee savings.

Maddy summaryHB 1777 streamlines the state approval process for apprenticeship programs that already have federal approval, directly affecting program sponsors (including tribal and nontribal organizations) and employers seeking to expand training opportunities. It requires the apprenticeship council to expedite reviews of federally-approved programs by limiting state-specific scrutiny to unique requirements, while reforming competitor objections: objections must be filed within 30 days of provisional approval, and frivolous objections can trigger penalties like attorney fee payments or $10,000 fines. The bill also mandates annual reports comparing Washington’s program approval rates to federal standards and other states, including details on pending applications and denial reasons. These changes aim to reduce current delays - where 4 of 17 2024 applications remained pending after federal approval - without altering apprenticeship content or creating new training slots.

Maddy summaryHB 1413 prohibits Washington state agencies, counties, cities, and towns from purchasing opioid overdose reversal medications (commonly known as naloxone) from companies that have settled with states over claims of contributing to the opioid epidemic. The bill requires the Department of Health to maintain a public list of excluded entities and exempts companies already supplying these medications under pre-existing settlement agreements as of September 1, 2024. It directly affects government purchasers of naloxone by restricting their vendor options to distributors not linked to opioid settlement cases. The law aims to redirect procurement toward qualified distributors with no prior involvement in the opioid crisis.

Maddy summaryHB 1103 expands Washington state protections against unwanted phone calls and text messages by requiring businesses to identify themselves within 30 seconds, stop calls immediately when requested, and remove contact information from their lists for at least one year upon opt-out. It prohibits calls before 8 a.m. or after 8 p.m., enforces compliance with the federal Do Not Call Registry, and bans calls violating federal law. The bill directly affects cellular users (who gain stronger opt-out rights) and businesses making telephone solicitations (who face $1,000 fines per violation for noncompliance). Key mechanisms include mandatory call termination within 10 seconds of a request to stop, prohibition on selling contact data, and requirements for telecom companies to notify residential customers about these rules.

Maddy summaryHB 1072 requires Washington's Department of Health to review health care mergers, acquisitions, or joint ventures that could affect access to reproductive, end-of-life, or gender-affirming care. Health care entities must submit applications 60 days before such transactions, detailing how access to these services will be maintained or improved in affected communities. The Department of Health can approve transactions, approve them with conditions, or deny them based on their impact on protected services. This law aims to prevent disruptions to critical care types while requiring transparency in transaction planning.