Rep. Osman Salahuddin

Maddy summaryHB 1528 requires Washington's Superintendent of Public Instruction to create a free, statewide online system for managing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The system must provide a uniform platform for schools, ensure compliance with federal and state special education laws, and include features like secure access, privacy protections, translation services, and tools to align IEP goals with grade-level standards. It mandates that the system support family engagement with progress data, incorporate evidence-based practices, and meet accessibility standards. The bill also requires statewide training for educators, administrators, and families to implement the system effectively.

Maddy summaryHB 1723 requires Washington school districts to mandate pre-hire union agreements (called "project labor agreements") for construction projects exceeding $35 million. These agreements must cover all labor on the project, prevent strikes, include dispute resolution, and ensure fair competition among contractors. The bill exempts projects under specific statutes, smaller projects, or those with urgent needs, and allows exceptions if requiring such agreements would hinder competition or efficiency. It directly affects school districts managing large-scale construction and contractors working on eligible projects.

Maddy summaryHB 1793 requires authorized insurers in Washington to report specific details about fire loss claims to the Insurance Commissioner within 90 days of closing the claim. The report must include the property's zip code, date of loss, amount paid per coverage, and the known or suspected origin/cause of the loss (including whether it involved criminal activity). This bill amends RCW 48.05.320 to update the reporting requirements for fire losses, replacing a previous provision that directed reports to the Washington State Patrol. The change focuses on standardizing fire loss data collection for the Insurance Commissioner's use, without altering the underlying insurance claims process.

Maddy summaryHB 1870 allows Washington counties to levy an additional property tax of up to five cents per $1,000 of assessed value specifically for public health clinics. This tax can only fund the operation, maintenance, and capital expenses of clinics providing services like primary care, dental care, disease prevention, reproductive health, and behavioral health. The bill amends existing tax laws to exempt this new levy from standard county tax limits (like the $1.80 cap), ensuring it doesn’t count toward other spending restrictions. It directly affects counties and public health clinics, which would use the funds for low-barrier health services to underserved communities.

Maddy summaryHB 1132 updates Washington's firearm dealer licensing rules to enhance safety. It requires dealers to implement strict security measures, including alarms monitored by law enforcement, locked storage for firearms during non-business hours, and digital surveillance systems covering all sales areas. The bill mandates annual background checks for all employees selling firearms and prohibits temporary sales outside licensed locations except at designated gun shows. It also requires dealers to annually certify compliance with all licensing conditions and face permanent license loss for violations. These provisions directly affect licensed firearm dealers operating in Washington state.

Maddy summaryHB 1645 requires Washington auto insurance policies covering car damage (physical damage coverage) to include a mandatory appraisal process for resolving disputes over repair costs. If insurers and policyholders disagree on the value of damage, they must use this process: each selects an appraiser, then an umpire if needed, with clear rules for cost-sharing. Policyholders get reimbursed for appraisal costs if the final valuation exceeds the insurer’s initial offer by $500 or more. This applies to all policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 1535 prohibits dental insurers from restricting patient choice or limiting care based on network agreements, requiring dentists to make treatment decisions with patients rather than insurers. It mandates that at least 85% of dental insurance premiums be spent directly on patient care, not administrative costs, and gives patients the right to request independent reviews for denied claims. The bill directly affects dental patients (ensuring access to chosen providers and fair coverage), dentists (protecting their clinical autonomy), and dental insurers (requiring compliance with transparency and spending rules). These changes aim to create a fairer system by aligning dental insurance protections with medical insurance standards and reducing out-of-pocket costs for Washington residents.

Maddy summaryHB 1322 in Washington State changes how courts handle juvenile sentencing for youth under 18 found responsible for offenses. It requires courts to make a stronger, evidence-based case before sending youth to confinement for more than 30 days, instead of community-based options. Courts must now consider factors like the youth's age, mental health, developmental needs, criminal history, and whether community supervision could safely meet rehabilitation goals. The bill expands community placement opportunities and limits confinement, directing courts to prioritize less restrictive dispositions unless clear evidence shows community safety would be at risk.

Maddy summaryHB 1095 would allow Washington cities and counties to impose a 0.10% sales and use tax credit to fund law enforcement recruitment and retention. Local governments would collect this tax as a credit against state sales tax, with at least 50% of the revenue required to directly support hiring and retaining commissioned officers. The tax would be phased in starting in 2026 for smaller jurisdictions (under 50,000 residents), expanding to all cities and counties by 2028. This bill creates a new funding mechanism but does not alter existing officer training requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 1303 requires Washington state agencies to formally consider environmental justice in government decisions affecting communities disproportionately burdened by pollution. It mandates the Department of Ecology to add environmental justice as a standard element in environmental checklists and rules, and to develop standardized mitigation measures for adverse impacts on these communities. The bill directly affects lead agencies (like state departments) conducting environmental reviews under Chapter 43.21C RCW, requiring them to integrate environmental justice considerations alongside other environmental factors. This builds on existing environmental justice law (RCW 70A.02) without changing its core requirements. The policy change ensures agencies systematically address health and environmental disparities in their decision-making processes.