Sen. Marcus Riccelli

Maddy summarySB 5110 allows Washington's community and technical colleges to waive tuition and certain fees for tribal elders. Specifically, it permits colleges to waive all or a portion of tuition and service and activity fees for tribal elders over 55 years old from eligible Indian tribes. This bill directly affects these tribal elders who may seek to enroll in community or technical colleges. The State Board for Community and Technical Colleges is authorized to adopt rules to implement this provision.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5545 exempts certain family home child care providers from state licensing requirements. This bill applies to providers located in the metropolitan area surrounding a federal military reservation. To qualify for this exemption, these providers must already be overseen and certified by a federal military service. The bill amends existing state law to exclude these specific providers from the definition of a "child care agency" that would otherwise require state licensing.

Maddy summarySCR 8404 is a procedural resolution that formally adjourns the 2025 Regular Session of the Sixty-ninth Washington State Legislature. This action, known as "sine die" adjournment, officially concludes the legislative session.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8659 is a commemorative resolution adopted by the Washington State Senate to honor the life and legacy of Senator Bill Ramos following his unexpected passing. It expresses gratitude for his service and acknowledges his contributions to the state, particularly in transportation equity, tribal sovereignty, and environmental stewardship.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8658 establishes procedures for the Senate to continue its operations during the interim period after the 2025 Regular Session. It grants the Senate Facilities and Operations Committee authority over contracts and delegates various administrative powers to the Secretary of the Senate, such as authorizing travel for members and staff, retaining employees, and managing legislative expenses. The resolution also permits the Secretary of the Senate to approve interim committee meetings and allows the Majority Leader to create special committees as needed.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8652 is a commemorative resolution that honors and commends Mary Selecky for her lifetime of service, leadership, and commitment to the health and well-being of Washington State communities. It recognizes her extensive career in public health, including her tenure as Secretary of Health, and her efforts in tobacco prevention, patient safety, and advocating for rural communities.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8656 is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Speaker Frank Chopp for his extensive dedication and service to the citizens of Washington State. It acknowledges his significant legislative legacy and public service career, and extends condolences to his family.

Maddy summarySB 5558 updates the requirements and timelines for local governments in Washington State to review and revise their comprehensive land use plans and development regulations. It primarily affects counties and cities that plan under the Growth Management Act, ensuring their plans comply with state requirements. The bill allows certain small cities and towns (under 500 population with specific criteria) to opt for a partial review of their plans, focusing on critical areas, capital facilities, and transportation elements. Additionally, it requires counties to regularly review their designated urban growth areas to accommodate projected population growth over a 20-year period. The bill also sets rules for public participation programs and generally limits comprehensive plan amendments to once a year, with specific exceptions.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5065 prohibits the use of certain animals in traveling animal acts across the state. Specifically, it bans elephants, big cats (excluding domestic cats), nonhuman primates, and bears from participating in performances where they are transported in mobile facilities. This bill directly affects individuals and organizations that conduct such traveling acts for entertainment, making violations a gross misdemeanor. However, it does not apply to performances at nonmobile, permanent institutions licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture. Additionally, cities and counties are permitted to adopt more restrictive ordinances regarding traveling animal acts.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5214 establishes a mobile market program to increase access to fresh, healthy foods for participants in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Programs. This program allows eligible nonprofit mobile markets to accept these federal nutrition benefits, aiming to support both low-income households in areas with limited food access and local farmers. The program's implementation is contingent on federal funding and requires the Department to define specific rules, including ensuring mobile markets are operated by nonprofits and do not compete with existing farmers markets.