Sen. Matt Boehnke

Co-sponsor SR 8610

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as the world's leading cause of death and disability and supporting the recognition of February 2025 as "American Heart Month."

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes cardiovascular disease as the world's leading cause of death and disability, highlighting statistics on cardiac arrest survival rates. It designates February 2025 as "American Heart Month" to promote public awareness about cardiac emergencies and CPR education. The resolution emphasizes the importance of bystander CPR and AED use in improving survival rates, aligning with the American Heart Association's goal to double cardiac arrest survival by 2030. It serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage community preparedness, not as a policy change.

Passed Feb 24, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 8606

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Expressing appreciation to the devoted families and employers of our Washington National Guard soldiers and airmen.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) adopted by the Washington State Senate on January 29, 2025. It formally expresses appreciation to the families and employers of Washington National Guard members for their support, enabling Guard service. The resolution acknowledges the Guard's roles in disaster response, election security, community programs, and training - without creating new policies or obligations. It directs copies to state and federal officials but does not alter any laws or funding.

Passed Jan 29, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SR 8605

Passed · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 8605) adopted by the Washington State Senate to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It recognizes his contributions to the civil rights movement and his message of equality, while urging Washingtonians to take action against inequality and build more inclusive communities. The resolution does not create new laws or requirements - it is purely commemorative, reaffirming the state's commitment to the values Dr. King championed.

Passed Jan 20, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 5660

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Lead sponsor

Establishing a mental health advance directive effective implementation work group; creating a new section; and providing an expiration date.

Signed into law Mar 29, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SB 6109

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Supporting children and families.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 6301

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning basic law enforcement academy.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 6068

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Lead sponsor

Reporting on dependency outcomes.

Signed into law Mar 28, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SB 6047

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Concerning executive sessions by publicly owned natural gas utilities under the open public meetings act in order to comply with the climate commitment act.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 5891

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Lead sponsor

Designating trespassing on a public school bus as a felony offense.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SB 5780

Signed into law · Washington Senate · Co-sponsor

Expanding training opportunities for public defense.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 1 co-sponsor