Sen. Annette Cleveland

Maddy summarySB 6292 establishes a joint committee to study health care financing in Washington state, directly involving state legislators, executive branch agencies (like Health Care Authority and Insurance Commissioner), and tribal representatives. The committee will investigate specific strategies to improve affordability and access - such as prescription drug pricing, payment models, and federal fund coordination - and must deliver preliminary and final reports by 2027. It expires on January 1, 2028, and will not enact new laws but develop recommendations for the legislature. The bill does not change current policies but creates a structured process for analyzing health care financing challenges.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 8673), not a legislative bill with binding provisions. It formally celebrates the longstanding relationship between Washington state and Ireland, highlighting historical ties (including connections to Indigenous nations dating to 1847), the 1986 Galway-Seattle city partnership, and annual economic exchanges exceeding $1 billion in sectors like technology and agriculture. The resolution affirms Washington's commitment to strengthening cultural, economic, and technological collaboration with Ireland, acknowledging shared values in innovation and sustainability. It does not create new laws, programs, or funding, serving solely as a symbolic gesture of partnership.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows public hospital districts in Washington to form cooperative agreements without competing with each other, enabling shared services, combined equipment purchases, and joint contracts to support their public mission. It specifically amends laws to permit these arrangements for serving vulnerable populations, including low-income and uninsured patients. Additionally, the bill creates a new $0.75 annual assessment per insurance coverage month for insurers, with penalties for late payment, to fund public hospital infrastructure. The policy directly affects public hospital districts, publicly owned health care entities, and health insurers in Washington.

Maddy summarySB 6138 requires that dental procedures involving deep sedation or analgesia must be performed using a "multiprovider system," meaning two distinct licensed professionals: one dentist performing the dental work and another licensed health care provider solely responsible for administering and monitoring the sedation. This directly affects dentists who perform sedated procedures and the sedation providers (such as anesthesiologists or nurse anesthetists) who must work under this specific role separation. The bill amends Washington’s dental regulations to mandate this dual-provider requirement, ensuring the sedation provider is licensed and focused exclusively on patient monitoring during the procedure. It does not apply to routine dental work without sedation.

Maddy summarySB 5852 requires Washington employers to notify workers and their representatives within 72 hours if a federal agency conducts an inspection of employment verification forms (I-9) or worker records. It mandates posting multilingual notices in workplaces and sending written notices to all current and recent workers (within the last three years), including details about the federal agency and inspection. The law aims to ensure immigrant workers are informed during federal immigration enforcement actions, with notices required in the five most commonly used non-English languages in the state. Employers must also provide affected workers with copies of federal inspection results. This applies to all Washington employers, including state agencies and businesses.

Maddy summarySB 6175 regulates secondary ticket sales for entertainment and sporting events to prevent consumer deception and price gouging. It caps resale prices at 110% of the original ticket price (including fees) and limits service fees to 10%, while requiring clear disclosures that tickets are purchased from a secondary marketplace, not the original seller. The bill prohibits misleading marketing (e.g., fake "official" sites), bans selling speculative tickets, and mandates resellers notify buyers within 8 hours of event changes. It exempts professional sports teams, small arts organizations ($500,000 annual revenue cap), schools, movie theaters, and tribal venues from most provisions. The law applies to commercial resellers and secondary ticket platforms operating in Washington.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Washington State Senate's formal appreciation for the National Guard's service. It recognizes their emergency response work (like 2025 flood support in Skagit and Snohomish counties), election security efforts, and youth programs such as the Washington Youth Challenge Academy. The Senate thanks the Guard's families and employers for their support and acknowledges the Guard's contributions to state safety, community well-being, and economic vitality. Adopted in January 2026, this symbolic resolution was sent to state and federal officials but does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 8674) formally honors India's 2026 Republic Day as a symbolic gesture recognizing shared democratic values between India, Washington State, and the U.S. It directly acknowledges Washington's strong ties to Indian Americans - over 100,000 residents who contribute to the state's economy, cultural diversity, and institutions like healthcare and tech. The resolution highlights India's constitutional commitment to equality and Washington's partnership with India’s Seattle consulate on trade, education, and cultural exchanges. Adopted on January 26, 2026, it has no binding policy effects, serving solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summarySB 6072 defines when a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) exists, requiring a physical exam within the past year (or specific telehealth exceptions for transport/emergencies) before telemedicine can be used for ongoing care. It mandates that telehealth prescriptions for animals are limited to three months unless a physical exam is needed, and extends the VCPR to all veterinarians at the same practice location. For farm animals, the bill requires a written agreement naming a "vet of record" accountable for drug oversight and treatment protocols. The law also restricts telehealth services to specific scenarios like emergency triage or poison control when no VCPR exists.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8667 is a formal tribute honoring Monica Alexander upon her retirement as Executive Director of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission. The resolution recognizes her 20+ years of service with the Washington State Patrol - including being the first Black woman promoted to sergeant, lieutenant, and captain - and her leadership in expanding training facilities, reducing officer training wait times, and advancing policy initiatives like sexual assault kit funding. It does not create new laws or policies but celebrates her legacy in transforming law enforcement culture and increasing community representation. The Senate adopted this resolution on January 21, 2026, to acknowledge her contributions to Washington state.