Rep. Gerry Pollet

Maddy summaryHB 2168 creates a real-time overdose mapping system to help prevent opioid overdoses in Washington. It requires emergency medical services (like ambulances and aid services) to submit anonymized data - such as location, time, whether reversal medication was used, and fatality status - within 24 hours of treating an overdose to a centralized program. This data helps health and public safety agencies quickly identify overdose hotspots and deploy targeted prevention efforts, like public education or treatment resources, without using the information for law enforcement. The bill explicitly prohibits using the data for criminal investigations or identifying individuals, ensuring privacy protections for those seeking care.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Consul General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest and expresses appreciation for their work in strengthening ties between Washington State and Israel. It highlights the consulate's role in providing consular services to Israeli Americans and visitors while promoting cultural exchanges and economic opportunities in technology, climate action, agriculture, biotechnology, and cybersecurity. The resolution acknowledges Ambassador Marco Sermoneta's service since 2022 and his efforts to build connections with political, business, and community leaders in the region. This is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or funding but serves to honor diplomatic efforts between the two states.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States founding on July 4, 2026, specifically focusing on Washington State's role in that history. The bill formally recognizes the significance of the Declaration of Independence and encourages citizens, organizations, and businesses in Washington to participate in commemorative events celebrating American heritage and federalist principles. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the nation's founding ideals and Washington's contributions to the country's development.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally commends the Seattle Seahawks organization for winning Super Bowl LX in 2026. It recognizes the team's historic championship victory, highlights the contributions of key players and staff, and acknowledges the support of Washington state fans. The resolution expresses appreciation from the House of Representatives and directs copies of the document to the Seahawks organization.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 4697) honoring Dr. Bernal Baca, recognizing his decades of service to Washington state. It highlights his work as a 30-year Yakima Valley College professor, founder of the Washington State Commission on Hispanic Affairs, leader in labor and education advocacy, and executive director of a Tacoma-based Latino community nonprofit. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to justice, education, and community building, with no policy changes or direct effects on specific groups. As a procedural measure, it serves solely to express the House's recognition of his legacy.

Maddy summaryHR 4700 designates March 9 as "Billy Frank Jr. Day" to honor the late Nisqually Tribe leader who dedicated his life to protecting tribal treaty fishing rights and environmental conservation. The resolution commemorates his pivotal role in landmark legal cases securing tribal fishing rights and his decades-long efforts to foster collaboration on salmon habitat restoration and natural resource management. It recognizes his legacy of consensus-building between tribes, state authorities, and diverse stakeholders to uphold treaty obligations and protect Washington's ecosystems. The resolution does not create new policy but serves as a symbolic tribute to his advocacy.

Maddy summaryHB 2617 eliminates Washington's current "fund split" funding method, which forces public colleges and universities to use tuition revenue for mandatory costs like faculty salaries and benefits. Instead, it requires the state to cover these costs directly, freeing tuition revenue to improve educational quality and student services. The bill also mandates a study by the Washington State Institute for Public Policy to define essential student services (such as counseling, tutoring, and career support) and determine their required funding levels, with a report due by December 2026. This aims to address structural underfunding that has reduced program offerings, increased class sizes, and strained institutional budgets.

Maddy summaryHB 2671 amends Washington state's financial aid program to update the calculation of the "Maximum Washington College Grant" for students at public and qualifying private colleges. It sets specific grant amounts for different institution types (public two- or four-year schools, private non-profits, for-profits, and apprenticeships), with most amounts increasing annually based on Washington's wage growth rate. For private institutions, starting in 2026-27, grants will equal 50% of the average award for public research institutions. This directly affects students demonstrating financial need enrolled at eligible Washington higher education institutions, including community colleges, universities, and approved apprenticeship programs. The bill defines key terms like "financial need" and "institution" to clarify eligibility and funding rules.

Maddy summaryHB 2070 establishes a formula to provide state funding parity for Western Washington University (WWU) by addressing its historically lowest per-student funding among Washington's public universities. Starting with the 2029-2031 budget cycle, the bill requires the legislature to calculate a funding ratio based on carryforward budget levels and full-time equivalent students; if WWU has the lowest ratio, it will receive supplemental funding to match the next-highest regional university. This directly affects WWU students and the university by reducing tuition costs and aligning its funding with peers, as WWU has consistently received less per-student funding despite strong enrollment and graduation rates. The bill aims to support Washington's workforce goals, noting 70% of family-wage jobs require a bachelor's degree and 300,000 additional degree-holders are needed by 2035.

Maddy summaryHB 2600 requires Washington's Department of Social and Health Services to update the supported living cost report template by July 2026 to align with federal law and address workforce shortages. The updated report must include detailed data on staff counts, wages, benefits (like health insurance and paid time off), and revenue breakdowns by client tier. A new work group - comprising providers, disability advocates, and union representatives - will develop recommendations to improve compensation for direct support professionals, with a final report due to the legislature by December 2026. The bill expires September 1, 2028, and directly affects supported living providers who must submit the new report format.