Sen. Ron Muzzall

Co-sponsor SR 8619

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Remembering Bloody Sunday.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) adopted by the Washington State Senate on March 7, 2025, to mark the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama (1965). It honors the bravery of civil rights activists like Amelia Boynton Robinson, John Lewis, and Jimmie Lee Jackson, who faced violent suppression while marching for voting rights. The resolution acknowledges the historical events that led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and urges Washington citizens to remember this pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement. It has no legislative effect, serving solely as a symbolic recognition of these historical events.

Passed Mar 7, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SR 8624

Passed · Washington Senate · Lead sponsor

Honoring the Washington State Patrol.

Maddy summarySR 8624 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Washington State Senate on March 5, 2025, formally honoring the Washington State Patrol for its service. It expresses gratitude for the Patrol's 100+ years of public safety work, including traffic enforcement, emergency response, and specialized units like canine teams. The resolution specifically acknowledges troopers' bravery (citing a recent incident preventing a crash) and their daily protection of over 18,000 lane miles of roadways. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or agencies.

Passed Mar 5, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SR 8617

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Celebrating Black History Month.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) adopted by the Washington State Senate on February 20, 2025. It formally celebrates Black History Month in February 2025 and acknowledges historical contributions of Black Americans to Washington state and the nation, citing figures like Shirley Chisholm, Martha Jones, and William Owen Bush. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it serves only to recognize and honor Black history and achievements through official acknowledgment.

Passed Feb 20, 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 5184

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning licensure of anesthesiologist assistants.

Signed into law Mar 29, 2024 1 co-sponsor

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 5784

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning deer and elk damage to commercial crops.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 6127

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Increasing access to human immunodeficiency virus postexposure prophylaxis drugs or therapies.

Signed into law Mar 25, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 5802

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Lead sponsor

Providing flexibility in calculation of nursing rates.

Signed into law Mar 25, 2024 0 co-sponsors