Rep. Nicole Macri

Maddy summaryHB 1500 requires sellers in Washington common interest communities (like condos, cooperatives, and planned developments) to provide buyers with a detailed resale certificate before closing a sale. This certificate must include current financial information such as unpaid assessments, past-due fees, the association’s reserve study status, insurance details, and any pending legal issues, all verified within 45 days. It also mandates specific disclosures about the community’s financial health and obligations, including warnings if a reserve study is missing. The bill directly affects unit owners selling properties and aims to ensure buyers fully understand financial responsibilities before purchasing.

Maddy summaryHB 2339 amends Washington State's nursing regulations to clarify and standardize definitions for nursing roles and titles. It updates terms like "advanced registered nurse practitioner" to "advanced practice registered nurse" and specifies exact titles and abbreviations (e.g., "C.N.P." for certified nurse practitioners) that licensed professionals may use. The bill directly affects registered nurses, nurse practitioners, midwives, anesthetists, and clinical specialists by defining their authorized titles and preventing unauthorized use of nursing designations. It does not create new requirements but ensures consistent terminology across state law for licensing and practice. The bill is currently in committee review with no votes recorded.

Maddy summaryHB 2334 would require cash transactions in Washington to be rounded to the nearest five cents, eliminating the need for pennies in physical payments. Specifically, prices ending in 1-2¢ or 6-7¢ would round down, while prices ending in 3-4¢ or 8-9¢ would round up. This rule applies only to cash payments (legal tender) and excludes credit/debit cards, electronic payments, or checks. The bill affects all businesses accepting cash and consumers making cash purchases, with rounding rules defined in the legislation. (Note: The bill is in early committee review as of January 2026 and has not been enacted.)

Maddy summaryHB 2664 modifies how eviction notices (unlawful detainer notices) and similar legal notices must be delivered in Washington state. It clarifies service methods when tenants are absent or untraceable, allowing notices to be left on the property and mailed to the last known address, with a mandatory 5-day waiting period after mail delivery before eviction actions can begin. The bill directly affects tenants facing eviction, landlords seeking possession, and property management companies (including corporate owners). Key provisions specify acceptable service locations, required mailing procedures, and define how subtenants are handled in lodging situations.

Maddy summaryHB 2384 increases regulatory oversight for continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) in Washington State. The bill requires CCRCs to submit detailed financial disclosures - including audited financial statements and actuarial analyses for "life care contracts" (type A contracts covering lifelong care) - when applying for or renewing registration. It sets a 60-day processing timeline for applications, makes registrations valid for two years (non-transferable), and mandates specific disclosures about entrance fees and services. This directly affects CCRCs that offer long-term residency agreements with upfront fees covering future care, ensuring financial transparency and accountability for residents. The key new requirement for life care contracts takes effect July 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 2471 establishes a state framework for collective bargaining rights when federal labor laws no longer apply to certain private-sector workers in Washington. It directly affects employees not covered by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRB), such as independent contractors, supervisors, or workers in industries where the NLRB lacks jurisdiction. The bill creates procedures for certifying bargaining representatives and ensures existing agreements remain valid during transitions, using the Public Employment Relations Commission to handle disputes. Key provisions include defining "employee" and "employer," requiring one-month certification timelines for existing representatives, and mandating the Commission to resolve disagreements over bargaining units. This law fills gaps in labor protections without altering federal jurisdiction.

Maddy summaryHB 2385 creates a Medicaid Access Program requiring Washington State to increase reimbursement rates for specific medical services (like anesthesia, surgery, behavioral health, and maternal care) that are currently paid at or below Medicare rates. These rates must be raised uniformly to match Medicare rates from the prior year, using funds collected in a dedicated account, and adjusted annually using the Medicare Economic Index after federal approval is secured. The bill mandates a study starting in 2032 to evaluate if these rate increases improve Medicaid access, tracking metrics like provider participation and patient access surveys. It also sets a 2032 deadline for federal approval, after which the program expires if approval isn't granted.

Maddy summaryHB 2089 modifies Washington's tax code to redirect revenue from a business tax preference for "community banks" toward wildfire response funding. It updates the definition of "community bank" from "operating in ten or fewer states" to align with the federal standard ($10 billion or less in assets), reversing a 2012 policy that allowed 65% of tax savings ($91.6 million in 2023) to flow to non-community banks. Starting November 2027, the state will transfer annual revenue gains from this tax change directly into the wildfire response account, which funds forest restoration and community resilience. This bill directly affects financial institutions previously qualifying under the outdated definition, while ensuring funds support wildfire mitigation as mandated by the 2021 wildfire response account.

Maddy summaryHB 1501 requires associations in common interest communities (like homeowners' associations and apartment buildings) to respond in writing to unit or apartment owners' written inquiries about governance or operations within 30 days. If a legal opinion is needed, the association must provide a response within 60 days. Failure to comply bars the association from recovering legal fees in related disputes. The law applies to all such associations in Washington State and expires on January 1, 2028.

Maddy summaryHB 1155 prohibits all noncompetition agreements that restrict employees or independent contractors from working for competitors or starting their own businesses in Washington State, making such agreements void and unenforceable. It directly affects workers who were subject to these agreements, including those in industries like entertainment, and requires employers to notify affected workers by October 2026 that their noncompetition clauses are invalid. The bill clarifies that nonsolicitation agreements (prohibiting poaching customers or coworkers) remain legal but must be narrowly defined, while excluding confidentiality, trade secret, and franchise agreements from the prohibition. Violations by employers carry penalties of $5,000 per violation plus legal fees, ensuring workers can pursue enforcement without restrictive contracts.