Rep. Kristine Reeves

Maddy summaryHB 2125 allows Washington's public retirement systems (including those for teachers, police, judges, and state employees) to use interest earnings from their trust funds to cover specific costs. The bill authorizes paying legal expenses (like court costs and expert fees), medical expenses (for member exams), and administrative costs (such as audits and cybersecurity) directly tied to protecting the trust funds from losses. It also permits using trust fund earnings to investigate fraud and recover overpayments, with all recovered funds returned to the relevant retirement system. The bill does not change how retirement benefits are calculated but modifies how certain operational costs are funded. This amendment to RCW 41.50.255 aims to streamline expense management for the state's retirement systems.

Maddy summaryWashington State's HB 2157 regulates high-risk artificial intelligence systems that make consequential decisions affecting major life areas like housing, employment, healthcare, loans, and education. It applies to developers (with over $100,000 annual revenue) and deployers operating in Washington who use AI systems for these decisions. The law prohibits algorithmic discrimination - unlawful bias based on protected characteristics - and requires systems to be designed and tested to prevent such outcomes, while excluding research activities and certain facial recognition uses.

Maddy summaryHB 2206 aligns Washington state voting laws with federal standards to improve voting access for military personnel, overseas citizens, and their dependents. It requires the Secretary of State to implement a new electronic system for sending voter registration materials and ballots, create standardized ballot envelopes and authentication forms, and provide clear instructions for covered voters. This bill directly affects Washington residents serving in the military abroad, citizens living overseas, and their dependents who qualify as "covered voters" under the law. The changes apply to all federal, state, and local elections, ensuring these voters can cast ballots using federally prescribed procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 2205 expands Washington's regulated sports wagering industry by allowing tribal casinos to offer sports betting under existing gaming compacts. The bill defines sports wagering to include professional, collegiate, Olympic, and esports events (excluding minor leagues and individual collegiate athletes in-state), while requiring tribal compacts to address licensing, regulation, and problem gambling. It permits internet betting only when customers are physically present at tribal facilities, and clarifies that tribal sports wagering is authorized bookmaking exempt from certain penalties. This directly affects federally recognized tribes in Washington operating under gaming compacts.

Maddy summaryHB 2176 exempts collaborative drug therapy agreements - written plans between pharmacists and physicians for managing patient medications - from public disclosure under Washington’s public records law. These agreements, which outline how pharmacists can independently adjust medications under physician supervision, would remain confidential unless used as evidence in disciplinary actions against a licensed healthcare provider. The bill specifically prohibits disclosure of personally identifiable information (like names or contact details) in these agreements, except when the agreement directly leads to a disciplinary finding. This change primarily affects pharmacists, physicians, and healthcare facilities using such agreements, ensuring their operational details stay private while maintaining transparency in disciplinary cases.

Maddy summaryHB 1104 updates Washington's Professional Engineers' Registration Act by modernizing definitions and board procedures. It revises key terms like "practice of engineering," "significant structures," and "professional engineer" to remove outdated language and clarify requirements. The bill also updates board composition rules, requiring members to have at least 10 years of active practice (including 5 years immediately prior to appointment) and adjusting membership terms. This affects licensed engineers, land surveyors, and the state board overseeing their registration. The changes focus on administrative clarity without altering licensing standards or fees.

Maddy summaryHB 1339 proposes shifting general elections for Washington state cities, towns, and special purpose districts from odd-numbered years to even-numbered years to increase voter participation. Local governments would have the option to move elections to even years by adopting an ordinance, passing a charter amendment, or securing voter approval through initiatives. The bill requires public hearings and specifies transitional term adjustments during the shift, aiming to boost turnout - particularly among younger voters, low-income families, and people with disabilities - by aligning local elections with higher-turnout even-year cycles. It amends several election statutes to allow this change while maintaining existing rules for special elections.

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 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.