Sen. Perry Dozier

Maddy summarySB 6318 sets maximum annual fees for commercial shellfish operations in Washington State, directly affecting harvesters, shippers, and processors. It establishes specific fee limits based on business type and scale, such as $416 for harvesters, $752 for large shellstock shippers, and up to $1,912 for large shucker-packers. The bill also caps biotoxin testing fees (e.g., $733 for harvesters with multiple sites) and export certificate fees at $75. These provisions amend existing shellfish fee laws to standardize and limit costs for the industry.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 8676), not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It formally congratulates the Seattle Mariners baseball team for winning the 2025 American League West Division title and reaching the American League Championship Series, with specific recognition for catcher Cal Raleigh's record-breaking season (60 home runs, 125 RBI). The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic honor from the Washington State Senate. It directly affects the Mariners organization and Cal Raleigh by publicly acknowledging their achievements.

Maddy summarySB 6203 clarifies how Washington courts must count out-of-state convictions when calculating an offender's sentencing score under state law. It requires that out-of-state convictions (including foreign convictions meeting due process standards) be classified using Washington's offense definitions, rather than their original jurisdiction's classifications. The bill specifically excludes out-of-state convictions that would have been handled in juvenile court under Washington law, unless they match murder or Class A felony sex offenses. This directly affects defendants with prior convictions from other states or countries who are being sentenced in Washington courts.

Maddy summarySB 6217 expands Washington's college grant program to cover students enrolled in eligible certificate or diploma programs that do not lead to a degree (nondegree credential programs). It affects Washington residents pursuing these shorter-term training programs starting in the 2027-28 academic year. The bill adds this category to existing eligibility requirements, including financial need and residency, while maintaining the same grant structure and academic progress rules as degree programs. This change aims to increase access to affordable workforce training for students seeking credentials like nursing assistants or IT certifications.

Maddy summaryThis bill adjusts Washington State's financial aid program for students attending private four-year colleges. It sets specific maximum grant amounts for private non-profit institutions ($9,739 through 2025-26, then 50% of public research institution awards starting 2026-27) and for private for-profit institutions (similar fixed amounts through 2025-26, transitioning to 50% of public awards in 2026-27). The policy directly affects students enrolled at eligible private four-year colleges in Washington, including both non-profit and for-profit institutions. The key change is shifting from fixed annual amounts to a formula tied to public institution awards beginning in 2026-27.

Maddy summarySB 6338 requires Washington courts to consider prosecutor recommendations about housing plans before approving community-based release for sexually violent predators. The bill amends existing law to mandate that courts allow prosecutors in the housing county to provide input on the suitability of proposed housing, and the court must formally weigh this input before making final release decisions. If the court's decision differs significantly from the prosecutor's recommendation, it must explain its reasoning in writing. This change directly affects courts, prosecutors, and individuals seeking conditional release under Washington’s sexually violent predator laws, focusing on housing safety and community protection. The bill does not alter treatment requirements or supervision terms but adds a formal step for prosecutor involvement in housing approval.

Maddy summarySB 6337 prohibits sexually violent predators from being placed in community-based supervision (less restrictive alternatives) within 500 feet of, or with a direct line of sight to, K-12 schools, child care facilities, or recreational facilities. The bill requires courts to impose strict conditions for conditional release, including electronic monitoring with real-time tracking, 500-foot distance restrictions, and sight-line bans from protected facilities. It also mandates that placement decisions follow "fair share" principles to ensure equitable distribution across counties and prevent disproportionate grouping in specific communities. The law directly affects individuals subject to Washington’s sexually violent predator commitment system who seek community-based supervision. These provisions aim to enhance community safety through specific geographic restrictions and individualized supervision conditions.

Maddy summarySB 6336 prohibits sexually violent predators from being placed in community-based housing (less restrictive alternatives) located in areas with a high concentration of children. The bill requires the Department of Social and Health Services to verify that any proposed placement site has at least three adults for every child within a 500-foot radius. This specifically applies to locations like schools, parks, daycare centers, playgrounds, and youth camps. The law amends existing statutes to enforce this geographic restriction for all community placements of individuals deemed likely to commit sexually violent acts if not confined.

Maddy summarySB 6340 changes Washington State law for releasing individuals from secure facilities to less restrictive community settings (like outpatient treatment or supervised housing). It requires courts to impose specific conditions, including electronic monitoring with real-time tracking and a minimum one-half mile distance between the person's residence and schools, child care facilities, and recreational areas. The bill also mandates that releases follow "fair share principles" to ensure equitable distribution across counties, with the Department of Corrections documenting placement decisions and justifying any deviation from the person's county of commitment. This directly affects individuals committed under mental health or developmental disability laws and the agencies overseeing their community supervision.

Maddy summarySB 6334 requires courts to prohibit individuals on conditional release (such as those under court-ordered treatment or supervision) from living adjacent to a home where a minor resides. It mandates a minimum 500-foot buffer zone from schools and child care facilities, and requires electronic monitoring with real-time tracking and alerts for exclusion zones. The bill also directs courts to consider "fair share principles" to ensure equitable distribution of such placements across counties and instructs the Department of Corrections to investigate and recommend placement conditions. This applies to individuals subject to conditional release under Washington state law for committed cases, such as those involving mental health or sex offender commitments.