Sen. Derek Stanford

Co-sponsor SR 8618

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Recognizing and honoring Ramadan.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes Ramadan as a significant religious observance for Washington's Muslim community, expressing the Senate's support and well-wishes for a meaningful observance. It acknowledges Ramadan's spiritual importance in Islam, highlights the contributions of American Muslims (including in Washington state), and marks the start of the holy month. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Passed Feb 26, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 8606

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Expressing appreciation to the devoted families and employers of our Washington National Guard soldiers and airmen.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) adopted by the Washington State Senate on January 29, 2025. It formally expresses appreciation to the families and employers of Washington National Guard members for their support, enabling Guard service. The resolution acknowledges the Guard's roles in disaster response, election security, community programs, and training - without creating new policies or obligations. It directs copies to state and federal officials but does not alter any laws or funding.

Passed Jan 29, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 8605

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 8605) adopted by the Washington State Senate to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It recognizes his contributions to the civil rights movement and his message of equality, while urging Washingtonians to take action against inequality and build more inclusive communities. The resolution does not create new laws or requirements - it is purely commemorative, reaffirming the state's commitment to the values Dr. King championed.

Passed Jan 20, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 5853

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Extending the crisis relief center model to provide behavioral health crisis services for minors.

Signed into law Mar 29, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 5790

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning bleeding control equipment in schools. (REVISED FOR ENGROSSED: Concerning medical equipment in schools. )

Signed into law Mar 29, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 5306

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Authorizing the department of fish and wildlife to establish disease interdiction and control check stations.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 6058

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Facilitating linkage of Washington's carbon market with the California-Quebec carbon market.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 5884

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning court-ordered restitution in environmental criminal cases.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 6151

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning the provision of an ultrasound.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 5778

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Protecting the rights of workers to refrain from attending meetings or listening to their employer's speech on political or religious matters.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor