Essential information on each bill is below. For more details, click on the bill number – e.g., “SB 5000.” The new page will show the progress of the bill, videos of debate, and the link to send a comment to your legislator about the bill.
Bill Summary
Finally, a bill all Washingtonians can support! House Bill 1759 is a ‘fun’ bill that proposes amending Washington state law to officially recognize December 12th as “Day of the 12s,” a celebration of the Seattle Seahawks’ dedicated fans. The bill’s supporting section highlights the Seahawks fans’ legendary enthusiasm, their impact on the team’s success, and their role in fostering community.
The bill also highlights the historical significance of the 12s, including their record-setting crowd noise and the unique bond they share as a community. The legislature emphasizes the importance of this day as a celebration of the unity and pride among Seahawks fans, who come together to support their team and foster a sense of belonging. The bill aims to honor the legacy of the 12s and their impact on both the team and the broader Washington community.
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Housing
HB 1760
Removing barriers for organizations selling manufactured homes to low-income households.
Bill Summary
House Bill 1760 is bi-partisan legislation that amends existing RCW’s to expand the definition of entities exempt from vehicle dealer licensing requirements. Specifically, the bill adds a new exemption for certain nonprofit, government, and community-based organizations that sell manufactured homes to low-income households. Under the new provision, organizations such as community land trusts, resident nonprofit cooperatives, local governments, public housing authorities, nonprofit community organizations, federally recognized Indian tribes, and regional or statewide nonprofit housing assistance organizations can sell up to 12 manufactured homes per 12-month period to low-income households at cost without being required to obtain a vehicle dealer license.
This exemption is designed to remove regulatory barriers that might otherwise make it more difficult for these organizations to help low-income families access affordable housing through the sale of manufactured homes. The bill aims to support community-based efforts to provide housing solutions by simplifying the licensing requirements for organizations working to serve low-income communities.
Bill Summary
House Bill 1752 amends the reporting timeline for campaign contributions and expenditures in Washington State. Key changes include adjusting the reporting deadlines from the twenty-first day to the twentieth day and from the seventh day to the sixth day before an election. Additionally, the bill modifies the reporting requirements to reflect contributions and expenditures as of the end of two business days before the report date, rather than one. It also clarifies that incidental committees must report any election campaign expenditures and the sources of significant payments upon filing their statement of organization.
Furthermore, the bill establishes an expiration date for Section 1 on January 1, 2026, while Section 2 will take effect on the same date. These changes aim to enhance transparency and accountability in campaign finance by ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial activities related to elections.
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Education
Concerning school districts’ authority to contract indebtedness for school construction.
Bill Summary
This bill expands the authority of school districts to incur debt for school construction and property purchases without requiring voter approval. While it may seem like a practical measure to streamline school funding, it significantly reduces taxpayer oversight and accountability in financial decisions that could lead to long-term fiscal consequences. By allowing school boards to issue bonds and take on debt without direct voter approval, the bill effectively sidelines the voices of the community, who will ultimately bear the financial burden through future taxes. This means that school districts could commit to expensive projects without seeking the input of the taxpayers who will be responsible for repaying the debt. While the bill does require a public hearing before issuing non-voted bonds over $250,000, this is a weak safeguard compared to direct voter approval, as public comment does not equate to real decision-making power.
Moreover, the bill permits school districts to use borrowed funds for broad purposes, including purchasing property and exercising any “powers or duties” they are authorized to have, opening the door to potential misuse of taxpayer money. Without voter oversight, there is little to prevent school boards from making financially irresponsible decisions that lead to higher property taxes or misallocated resources. By removing the essential checks and balances that come with requiring voter approval, this bill prioritizes administrative convenience over fiscal responsibility. Please stand against this bill.
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Education
Supporting survivors of sexual assault in public elementary and secondary schools.
Bill Summary
House Bill 1817 aims to support survivors of sexual assault in public schools. The Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LYAC) will reportedly lead discussions about mandatory reporting of child abuse, reviewing existing school employee training, reporting systems, and policies related to sexual abuse. The council will include up to 22 students aged 14 to 18, representatives from various state agencies and local experts, and by December 1, 2025, will submit recommendations for improving laws and practices to be more trauma-informed and survivor-centered. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is required to develop and post staff training materials by November 1, 2026, focusing on trauma-informed responses to sexual abuse disclosures, and must incorporate the youth advisory council’s recommendations.
The bill also amends existing law to expand reporting requirements for school employees, mandating that they report sexual abuse, misconduct, or assault by another school employee to school administrators. Additionally, OSPI will develop a student and family guide about sexual harassment policies and reporting procedures, which must be culturally informed and translated into the most common non-English languages spoken in the state.
This bill was developed by the same Democratic Party that recently refused to support an amendment to a parental rights bill that would require schools to notify parents immediately upon learning their child was a victim of sexual exploitation or abuse. Furthermore, is this a Council that kids aged 14 to 18 should be serving on? The council is not represented by any parents or parental rights groups. Please oppose this proposed legislation.