Sen. Deb Krishnadasan

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5656 modifies the definition of the "inflation rate" specifically for state-owned aquatic leases. The bill changes the economic index used to calculate this rate, which directly affects leaseholders of tidelands, shorelands, harbor areas, and beds of navigable waters. Previously, the inflation rate was tied to the all commodity producer price index; now, it will be based on the consumer price index for all urban consumers in the Seattle metropolitan area. This update alters how inflation adjustments are determined for these leases.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5306 clarifies how members of a pension system can accrue or purchase service credit for various authorized leaves of absence. It specifies that members on paid leave continue to receive service credit. For unpaid or part-time leaves, members can purchase up to two years of credit by making contributions within five years of returning to work or prior to retirement, with alternative payment options if deadlines are missed. The bill also details how members who serve in the U.S. uniformed services can receive up to five years of military service credit, including provisions for those who served during wartime and for surviving family members.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8651 is a procedural bill that honors the contributions of science, scientific research, and evidence-based decision making to society. It also recognizes the importance of continued investment in scientific research, higher education, and innovation to maintain Washington's leadership in discovery and technological advancement.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Memorial 8008 officially withdraws all prior applications made by the Washington State Legislature to the United States Congress for a constitutional convention. The memorial explicitly rescinds, repeals, and cancels any and all such past requests, regardless of their original scope (limited or general) or the completeness of their historical records. This action ensures that Washington's previous calls for a convention are nullified. The state communicates this decision to federal officials, requesting that Washington no longer be counted among the states seeking a constitutional convention until a future legislature passes a new application. It primarily affects the State of Washington's official position regarding the process for amending the U.S. Constitution under Article V.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8640 is a commemorative resolution that honors Senator Karen Lynn Keiser for her nearly 30 years of service in the Washington State Legislature. It commends her for her work on health care reform, establishing the Washington Health Benefit Exchange and Paid Family and Medical Leave program, and championing policies for working families.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate Resolution (not a law) honoring the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people in Washington state. It recognizes the disproportionate violence they face, acknowledges Washington's high rate of such cases, and expresses the Senate's solidarity with affected families, tribal nations, and advocates. The resolution does not create new legal requirements or funding but aims to raise awareness and support ongoing efforts to address this crisis. It was adopted by the Senate on April 14, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8633 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Washington State Senate on April 9, 2025, to formally recognize and honor the workforce of Washington's forest products industry. It acknowledges the industry's role in supporting over 100,000 jobs (including 42,000 direct jobs), sustaining rural economies, and contributing to environmental benefits like carbon storage and habitat restoration. The resolution highlights the sector's importance as a renewable resource provider and essential employer in rural communities, particularly through union-backed mills. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for workers and the industry's economic and environmental contributions.

Maddy summarySB 5316 modifies Washington's unclaimed property laws specifically for prearrangement funeral service contracts. It establishes a new 3-year abandonment period for these funds, starting from the beneficiary's death (or their 107th birthday, or 50 years after contract signing), after which the funds must be reported as unclaimed property to the state. Funeral businesses (holders) must now follow these updated timelines and reporting procedures for funds held in trust, with the state's Department of Revenue handling the transferred property. The bill also clarifies key terms like "contract beneficiary" and "apparent owner" to streamline the process. It became law on April 8, 2025, and takes effect July 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 8645) formally honors the Northwest Center for its 60-year history of serving people with disabilities in Washington State. It recognizes the center's founding in 1965 by four mothers and its pivotal role in creating Washington's pioneering special education law (HB90, 1971) and contributing to the national Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA, 1975). The resolution acknowledges the center's legacy in advocacy, inclusion, and advancing educational opportunities for people with disabilities. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy effect but serves to publicly celebrate the organization's historical contributions.

Maddy summarySB 5122 requires businesses planning mergers to submit electronic copies of federal Hart-Scott-Rodino merger forms and related documents to Washington’s Attorney General under specific conditions: if they have their principal business in Washington, conduct significant sales (20% of the federal filing threshold) in the state, or are healthcare providers operating in Washington. The law mandates confidentiality for all submitted materials, prohibits the Attorney General from charging fees, and allows civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day for noncompliance. It also establishes reciprocity with other states that have similar laws, requiring advance notice before sharing documents. This law applies only to merger filings submitted on or after its effective date (July 27, 2025).