Sen. Yasmin Trudeau

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5480 aims to protect consumers by establishing new rules for medical debt. It updates the definition of "medical debt" and outlines specific provisions for how it can be handled. A central aspect of the bill makes medical debt void and unenforceable if a health care provider, facility, or collection agency unlawfully reports information about that debt to a consumer credit reporting agency. This legislation directly affects individuals with medical debt and the agencies involved in its collection and reporting.

Maddy summarySubstitute Senate Bill 5076 modifies commercial fishing licenses for nonspot shrimp in Puget Sound. It primarily facilitates the conversion of existing nonspot shrimp trawl fishery licenses into nonspot shrimp pot fishery licenses upon the death of a licensee or when the license is transferred, effective August 1, 2025. This affects commercial fishers who harvest nonspot shrimp in Puget Sound. Additionally, the bill updates provisions for both pot and trawl licenses, allowing non-immediate family members to be designated as alternate operators under specific conditions, such as a documented medical emergency or with the recommendation of an advisory board.

Maddy summarySB 5355 establishes new protections and resources for student survivors of sex-based violence and harassment at Washington state's larger institutions of higher education. The bill grants survivors specific rights, including access to trauma-informed employees, a timely institutional investigation process, and mental health or counseling services. It also requires institutions to offer supportive measures, such as academic adjustments or schedule modifications, and honor court-issued no-contact orders. Additionally, the bill mandates training for Title IX employees and requires certain campuses to establish committees to evaluate and improve survivor support services.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the law concerning contraceptive coverage for individuals enrolled in health benefit plans in Washington State. It mandates that health plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026, must cover a 12-month supply of contraceptive drugs obtained at one time. This provision applies unless the enrollee requests a smaller supply or their prescribing provider instructs otherwise. The bill also allows enrollees to receive these drugs on-site at the provider's office if available and defines "contraceptive drugs" as all FDA-approved drugs used to prevent pregnancy.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Memorial 8004 is a petition from the Washington State Legislature to the federal government regarding universal health care. It requests that the federal government either establish a national universal health care program for all U.S. residents, or partner with Washington state to reduce barriers for the state to implement its own universal health system. Failing those, the memorial asks the federal government to grant Washington state the necessary waivers to create its own universal health care system.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8653 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Washington State Senate. It honors and reaffirms the strong bilateral relationship between Washington state and Taiwan, encompassing trade, education, and cultural exchanges. The resolution expresses the Senate's commitment to strengthening this relationship, recognizing Taiwan's participation in international organizations, and supporting a closer economic and trade partnership.

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.