Washington Legislative Analysis
Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in Washington: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.
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WA Analysis
60-Second Briefing
What you need to know about Washington right now
Recent Vote
HB1018 voted 94-1 in the House
Taxes Bill to Watch
HB1004: Increasing the personal property tax exemption.
Hot Topics
Taxes and Education legislation seeing the most activity this session
50
Bills Tracked
36
Introduced
13
Passed
0
Enacted
Why This Matters
How Washington legislation affects you
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Washington's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.
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Tax bills could impact your income, property taxes, or business deductions.
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Education legislation may affect school funding, curriculum, or higher education costs.
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Legislative momentum is building: 13 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.
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Residents should stay informed on legislative changes that could affect daily life or business operations.
Washington Quick Guide
Common questions about Washington legislation
Who represents me in Washington?
Who represents me in Washington?
Governor
Bob Ferguson
Attorney General
Nick Brown
Secretary of State
Steve Hobbs
How does Washington's legislature work?
How does Washington's legislature work?
Washington's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.
What are the top issues in Washington right now?
What are the top issues in Washington right now?
Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Taxes, Education, Elections. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.
How do I stay updated on Washington legislation?
How do I stay updated on Washington legislation?
This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.
Washington at a Glance
Current session overview
50
Total Bills
36
Introduced
13
Passed
0
Enacted
Legislative Progress
Bills moving through the process
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Recent bills in Washington
50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text
HB1014
Implementing recommendations of the 2023 child support schedule work group.
Last action: May 13, 2025
Implementing recommendations of the 2023 child support schedule work group.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Suzanne Schmidt (Republican)
- Voted 48-1 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Mar 11, 2025Senate
Apr 16, 2025HB1018
Adding fusion energy to facilities that may obtain site certification for the purposes of chapter 80.50 RCW.
Last action: May 13, 2025
Adding fusion energy to facilities that may obtain site certification for the purposes of chapter 80.50 RCW.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Clyde Shavers (Democrat)
- Voted 94-1 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 19, 2025Senate
Mar 26, 2025HB1039
Concerning extending governmental services from cities to tribal lands.
Last action: May 13, 2025
Concerning extending governmental services from cities to tribal lands.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Peter Abbarno (Republican)
- Voted 95-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 19, 2025Senate
Mar 26, 2025HB1009
Adjusting the membership of the pharmacy quality assurance commission.
Last action: May 12, 2025
Adjusting the membership of the pharmacy quality assurance commission.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Sam Low (Republican)
- Voted 95-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 19, 2025Senate
Mar 26, 2025HB1023
Adopting the cosmetology licensure compact.
Last action: May 12, 2025
Adopting the cosmetology licensure compact.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Cindy Ryu (Democrat)
- Voted 95-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 19, 2025Senate
Apr 16, 2025HB1046
Protecting the vulnerable by providing immunity from civil liability for damage to a motor vehicle arising from the rescue of vulnerable persons or domestic animals.
Last action: Apr 30, 2025
Protecting the vulnerable by providing immunity from civil liability for damage to a motor vehicle arising from the rescue of vulnerable persons or domestic animals.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Mari Leavitt (Democrat)
- Voted 60-36 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 17, 2025Senate
Apr 14, 2025HB1012
Authorizing the women's commission to solicit gifts, grants, and endowments from public or private sources.
Last action: Apr 29, 2025
Authorizing the women's commission to solicit gifts, grants, and endowments from public or private sources.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Jamila Taylor (Democrat)
- Voted 32-16 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Jan 30, 2025Senate
Apr 16, 2025HB1013
Concerning exemption of certain personnel of the department of social and health services from civil service.
Last action: Apr 21, 2025
Concerning exemption of certain personnel of the department of social and health services from civil service.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Suzanne Schmidt (Republican)
- Voted 49-0 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Jan 30, 2025Senate
Apr 09, 2025HB1028
Addressing child exposure to violence.
Last action: Apr 21, 2025
Addressing child exposure to violence.
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Key Points
- This bill has passed and is moving through the legislative process
- Sponsored by Roger Goodman (Democrat)
- Voted 47-2 in the Senate
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Feb 06, 2025Senate
Apr 08, 2025HB1043
Extending the commute trip reduction tax credit.
Last action: Apr 17, 2025
Extending the commute trip reduction tax credit.
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- Sponsored by Sharon Wylie (Democrat)
- Voted 94-0 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 17, 2025Sources & neutrality
Sources used
- LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
- NGA (governor roster)
- NAAG (attorney general roster)
- NASS (chief election official roster)
- Open States (legislator roster)
Disclaimer
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