Rep. Brandy Donaghy

Maddy summaryHB 2410 establishes a Washington State Commercial Truck Safety and Education Council within the Washington Traffic Safety Commission. The council, composed of state agency representatives (including the State Patrol and Transportation departments), trucking industry leaders, and public members, will develop safety programs to address rising truck collision rates and improve driver training. It will use existing funds from the commercial vehicle safety account to coordinate industry initiatives, analyze crash trends, and provide grants for safety education - without creating new taxes or fees. The council must report annually to the legislature starting in 2028 on its activities and recommendations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes Representative Virginia "Jenny" Graham for her public service in the Washington State House of Representatives. It highlights her eight-year tenure, her advocacy for public safety, and her work on community safety and veterans' issues. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally honors John Michael Sattgast for his 35 years of dedicated service as a communications professional for the House Republican Caucus in the Washington State Legislature. It recognizes his work producing over 4,000 radio stories and coordinating media coverage for state representatives, as well as his leadership roles with the National Conference of State Legislatures. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to sharing legislative history and public information, noting his receipt of the 2023 Legislative Staff Achievement Award. This measure serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new policy or affecting government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally acknowledges the service of Representative Steve Tharinger to his district and the Washington state legislature. It recognizes his long career in public service, including his time as a Clallam County Commissioner, his work on the House Capital Budget Committee, and his advocacy for environmental protection and healthcare. The resolution serves as a commemorative tribute to his contributions and personal qualities rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2333 protects elected officials, candidates, election officials, and criminal justice staff (like police, prosecutors, and court personnel) from threats by expanding access to address confidentiality and increasing penalties for harassment targeting them in their official roles. The bill amends Washington’s harassment law to make threats against these groups a class C felony if the threat relates to their duties, and updates the address confidentiality program to include them. This allows eligible individuals to keep their home addresses private (using a state-designated address for official mail) and qualifies them for enhanced security measures. The law directly affects public servants who face threats due to their work, not general public safety. It focuses on concrete policy changes: stronger legal penalties for threatening officials and simplified access to address protection.

Maddy summaryHB 1078 regulates pet insurance policies in Washington State. It prohibits insurers from excluding coverage or canceling policies based on a pet’s age, developing health conditions (like chronic illnesses or congenital disorders), or preexisting conditions without clear proof. The bill limits waiting periods for non-accident illnesses to 30 days (no waiting periods for accidents), requires insurers to allow waiver of waiting periods via a vet exam (paid by the owner unless specified otherwise), and bans requiring exams for policy renewals. These changes directly affect pet owners and insurers by standardizing coverage terms and preventing unfair cancellations.

Maddy summaryHB 1073 creates the Washington National Guard Retention Program to help the state retain military personnel. It directs the Adjutant General to study retention needs - such as length of service and critical skills - and determine reenlistment bonuses to encourage members to extend their service. The program requires clear eligibility criteria and bonus payment schedules, with the state military department mandated to report on retention needs to the governor and legislature every three years starting in 2027. The bill directly affects Washington National Guard members who may qualify for reenlistment bonuses.

Maddy summaryHB 2472 requires all contractors and certified fitters working on fire sprinkler systems in Washington to hold state-issued licenses and certificates. Fire code officials can demand to see these credentials during inspections, and failure to provide them results in an immediate stop-work order until compliance is verified. The law also empowers officials to order removal and replacement of improperly installed systems if public safety is at risk. These requirements apply directly to contractors and fitters performing fire sprinkler work across the state.

Maddy summaryHB 2152, titled "Ryan's law," allows terminally ill patients with a qualifying medical condition to use cannabis in hospitals, nursing homes (excluding some residential facilities), and hospice care centers starting January 1, 2027. Facilities must establish written policies prohibiting smoking/vaping, requiring secure storage, documenting use in medical records, and having patients or their designated providers manage cannabis. Patients must provide valid authorization, and staff cannot administer or retrieve cannabis. The law excludes emergency departments and does not require facilities to comply if federal agencies block it, though it clarifies federal scheduling alone cannot override the policy.

Maddy summaryHB 2540 proposes changing Washington State's emergency medical technician (EMT) recertification requirements. It would require most EMTs to recertify every three years, while EMTs certified in Washington for 10 or more years would only need to recertify every six years. The bill directly affects all active EMTs in Washington, with the longer interval applying specifically to those with a decade of continuous certification. The change modifies existing rules under chapter 18.73 RCW without creating new programs or funding.