State and federal budgets support many services and programs that serve vulnerable children and families. It’s important to monitor budget and funding discussions to ensure that resources are spent wisely on programs or services that deliver the best possible outcomes.

2020 legislative session - week two (Jan 20-24)

Legislative Update Jan 24, 2020

HB 2776: Creating a statewide child savings account program

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 1.21.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 1.28.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2774: Concerning the inventory of underutilized, state-owned property that may be suitable for the development of affordable housing

First reading, referred to Housing, Community Development & Veterans on 1.21.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Housing, Community Development & Veterans on 1.28.20 at 10:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Housing, Community Development & Veterans on 1.31.2020 at 10 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2770: Reimbursing for telemedicine services at the same rate as in person

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.21.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2754: Addressing the suicide and addiction crisis among American Indians and Alaska Natives

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2750: Improving the Indian behavioral health system

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.20.2020 (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2738: Concerning the budgeting process for services for individuals with developmental disabilities

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2737: Updating the children's mental health work group

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2734: Creating pathways to recovery from addiction by eliminating a tax preference for the warehousing of opioids and other drugs

First reading, referred to Finance on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2733: Supporting relationships between parents and their children

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2728: Implementing a sustainable funding model for the services provided through the children's mental health services consultation program and the Tele-behavioral health video call center

First reading, referred to Appropriations in 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1.27.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2725: Renaming foster resource parents

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2718: Protecting parental rights with regard to insurance communication confidentiality of minors

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2717: Allowing the learning assistance program to support school-wide behavioral health system of supports and interventions

First reading, referred to Education on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2711: Increasing equitable educational outcomes for foster care and homeless children and youth from prekindergarten to postsecondary education

First reading, referred to Education on 1. 20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2709: Trafficking food benefits

First reading, referred to Public Safety on 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Public Safety on 1.27.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Public Safety on 1.30.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2708: Establishing a work group on school-based health centers

First reading, referred to Education on 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.27.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2704: Establishing a competitive grant program for community sexual assault programs to provide counseling services in schools

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.20.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1.27.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2699: Developing comprehensive school counseling programs

First reading, referred to Education on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2690: Providing students with equitable access to a high-quality public education by developing an infrastructure that assists public schools in the delivery of integrated student supports

First reading, referred to Education on 1.17.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

HB 2679: Concerning funding for individuals who are not eligible for federal insurance subsidies and for foundational public health services

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.17.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1.29.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 24, 2020

SB 6444: Concerning juvenile records

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2576: Concerning private detention facilities

First reading, referred to Public Safety on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6442: Concerning private detention facilities

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

2020 state legislative priorities

In 2020, Partners for Our Children will promote policies that keep children and relationships at the center, helping ensure that Washington's children, youth, and famileis will have the services and support they need to thrive
Brief Jan 17, 2020

SB 6427: Providing funding for medical evaluations of suspected victims of child abuse

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020 (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 64233: Concerning reports alleging child abuse and neglect

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020 Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6422: Establishing the Family Connections Program

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry and Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

Systems improvements for child welfare involved parents who are impacted by substance abuse

Parents involved with the child welfare system have numerous barriers that can prevent and/or delay reunification with their children. Many parents struggle with substance use disorders (SUDs) which impact their relationships with their children and the child welfare system in a myriad of ways. In the spring of 2018, we conducted a thorough literature review and stakeholder interviews. Our goals were to understand available treatment services for parents who are child-welfare involved, barriers to accessing treatment, and to create recommendations that may improve outcomes for parents impacted by SUDs and their children.
Brief Jan 17, 2020

HB 2660: Increasing the availability of school meals provided to public school students at no student cost

First reading, referred to Education on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2643: Concerning educator recertification requirements regarding youth suicide screening, referral, and safety planning

First reading, referred to Education on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.27.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2642: Removing health coverage barriers to accessing substance use disorder treatment service

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2631: Creating a family engagement framework

First reading, referred to Education on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

2020 state legislative update, week one (Jan 13-17 2020)

Legislative Update Jan 17, 2020

HB 2619: Increasing early learning access through licensing, eligibility, and rate improvements

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.28.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.31.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6416: Providing telehealth services to schools

First reading, referred to Health and Long Term Care on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education at on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2626: Providing a limited informed consent exemption to state vaccination requirements

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.16.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6413: Establishing the primary care collaborative

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.16.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2661: Expanding accessible, affordable child care and early childhood development programs

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.16.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.21.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.18.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2607: Assisting homeless individuals in obtaining Washington state identicards

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.16.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2591: Concerning youth eligible for developmental disability services who are expected to exit the foster care system

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.28.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6385: Providing for jobs training for homeless individuals

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.2020 (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6379: Providing protection to residential tenants

First reading, referred to Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6378: Concerning residential tenant protections

First reading, referred to Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability at 8:00 a.m. on 1.17.2020 (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6351: Concerning Working Connections Child Care eligibility

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.20.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6343: Concerning the abatement of child support for incarcerated obligors

First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6311: Concerning persons with substance use disorders

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.15.2020. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6310: Concerning a report of employers with employees receiving certain public assistance programs

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6309: Expanding access to nutritious food

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.22.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6304: Assisting homeless individuals in obtaining Washington state identicards.

First reading, referred to Transportation on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6297: Recognizing the experience of existing early learning providers to meet educational requirements

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6287: Concerning guardianships and conservatorships

First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2589: Requiring contact information for suicide prevention and crisis intervention organizations on student and staff identification cards.

First reading, referred to Education on 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.30.2020 at 8 a.m... (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2584: Establishing rates for behavioral health services

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.15.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1.23.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2580: Reporting on independent living services

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2573: Providing public assistance to victims of certain crimes including human trafficking

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.15.2020. Committee relieved of further consideration, and referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.20.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2563: Enhancing Washington's suicide alert and response system

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.15.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.22.20 at 1:30 p.m.. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.31.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2562: Providing telehealth services to schools

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2556: Providing regulatory relief for early learning providers

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.28.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.31.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2540: Clarifying when campaign funds may be used for child care expenses

First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations on 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations on 1.29.20 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2525: Establishing the Family Connections Program

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2521: Adding individual tax identification number filers to the Working Families Tax Credit

First reading, referred to Finance on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6279: Expanding school-based health centers

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6259: Improving the Indian behavioral health system

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.14.2020. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6258: Addressing the suicide and addiction crisis among American Indians and Alaska Natives

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.14.2020. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6255: Supporting access to child care for parents who are attending high school or working toward completion of a high school equivalency certificate

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.24.2020 at 8:30 a.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2241: Improving access to temporary assistance for needy families

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.22.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 5291: Creating alternatives to total confinement for certain qualifying persons with minor children

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration; referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6254: Protecting public health and safety by enhancing the regulation of vapor products

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.22.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6253: Creating a comprehensive statewide early care and education system by improving accessibility and affordability of early care and education programs for families

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.20.2020 at 1:30. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2471: Concerning Working Connections Child Care payment authorizations

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.2020 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2457: Establishing the health care cost transparency board

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.22.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.31.20 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2456: Concerning Working Connections Child Care eligibility

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.2020 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.22.2020 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2455: Supporting access to child care for parents who are attending high school or working toward completion of a high school equivalency certificate

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.2020 at 8:00 a.m.. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2454: Protecting public health and safety by enhancing the regulation of vapor products.

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2438: Concerning establishment of the prescription opioid impact account

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.14.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1.22.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2436: Permitting the reasonable and moderate restraint of students for their own protection

First reading, referred to Education on 1.14.2020 (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2411: Preventing suicide

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.22.2020. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.31.20 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2320: Requiring training on human trafficking

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.8.2020. First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Business on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business on 1.21.2020. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business on 1.24.2020 at 9:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2356: Reducing barriers to professional licensure for individuals with previous criminal convictions

Prefiled for introduction on 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Business on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business on 1.22.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business on 1.24.2020 at 9:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2350: Preventing youth marijuana consumption by updating marijuana advertising requirements

Prefiled for introduction 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Commerce & Gaming on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Commerce & Gaming on 1.21.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6100: Expanding background check requirements for certain educational institutions

Prefiled for introduction on 12.20.2019. First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.20.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2259: Expanding background check requirements for certain educational institutions

Pre-filed for introduction on 12.20.2019. First reading, referred to Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.20.2020. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2316: Concerning fees charged to persons who commit trafficking and prostitution offenses

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.8.2020. First reading, referred to Public Safety on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Public Safety on 1.14.2020. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Public Safety on 1.23.2020. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6237: Authorizing and encouraging cities to notify the department of children, youth, and families of conditions at family day-care provider facilities that could cause harm to a child's health, welfare, or safety.

Prefiled for introduction on 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Local Government on 1.13.2020 Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Local Government on 1.16.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6215: Establishing a collaborative process to alleviate the burden on local courts to determine indigency through proof of receipt of public assistance

Prefiled for introduction 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1.23.2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6200: Concerning crime victims' compensation

Prefiled for introduction on 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1.21.2020 at 10:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1.23.2020 at 10:00 a.m. (updated 1.17.2020).
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6198: Adding the workforce education investment account to the definition of related funds in the state four-year balanced budget requirement

Prefiled for introduction on 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 1.13.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6196: Creating a homelessness impact grant program to address security and sanitation impacts of homeless populations

Prefiled for introduction on 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.13.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6191: Assessing the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences in middle and high school students to inform decision-making and improve services

Prefiled for introduction on 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6186: Prioritizing homelessness diversion services

Prefiled for introduction on 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.15.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6180: Concerning juvenile sex offense registration waivers under the special sexual offender disposition alternative

Prefiled for introduction on 1.9.2020. First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.2020 (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6175: Concerning sexual health education and affirmative consent

Prefiled for introduction on 1.8.2020. First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.13.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6168: Making 2019-2021 fiscal biennium supplemental operating appropriations

Prefiled for introduction on 1.8.2020. First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 1.14.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6132: Allowing the learning assistance program to support school-wide behavioral health system of supports and interventions

Prefiled for introduction on 1.6.2020. First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.20.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6129: Concerning student health plan coverage for pregnancy services

Prefiled for introduction on 1.2.2020. First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.13.2020. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2388: Standardizing definitions of homelessness to improve access to services

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.22.20. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.20 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2386: Creating the state office of the behavioral health ombuds

Prefiled for introduction on 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.2020. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.24.20 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2383: Requiring default beverages for children's meals

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Local Government on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Local Government on 1.29.20 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Local Government on 1.31.20 at 10 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2381: Extending coverage during the postpartum period

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.10.2020. First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.13.2020. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2338: Prohibiting discrimination in health care coverage

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.9.2020 First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.22.20 at 1:30 p.m.. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.31.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 23325: Making 2019-2021 fiscal biennium supplemental operating appropriations.

Prefiled for introduction 1.9.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1.13.2020 at 3:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2321: Reducing youth access to products intended for consumption only by adults age twenty-one and over.

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.8.2020. First reading, referred to Commerce & Gaming on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Commerce & Gaming on 1.21.20. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2302: Concerning child support, but only with respect to standards for determination of income, abatement of child support for incarcerated obligors, modification of administrative orders, and notices of support owed

Pre-filed for introduction 1.7.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Civil Rights and Judiciary at 8:00am on 1.15.2020 in anticipation of other legislative action. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.17.2020. Scheduled for executive session in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.24.2020 at 10:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2298: Providing families of public school students with information about free and reduced-price meals

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.7.2020. First reading, referred to Education on 1.13.2020. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2282: Creating a grant program for converting unused public buildings to housing for homeless persons

Pre-filed for introduction on 12.31.2019. First reading, referred to Capital Budget on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Capital Budget on 1.23.20 . (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6128: Improving maternal health outcomes by extending coverage during the postpartum period

Prefiled for introduction 1.2.2020. First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.20.20 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6112: Relating to youth solitary confinement

Prefiled for introduction on 12.24.2019. First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.16.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6109: Ensuring persons with serious mental illness and substance use disorders receive proper care and assistance

Prefiled for introduction on 12.23.2019. First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.13.2020. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.24.20 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

SB 6073: Providing menstrual hygiene products in public school bathrooms

Prefiled for introduction on 12.12.2019. First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.17.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.17.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2288: Creating statutory authorization for school-based health centers

Pre-filed for introduction on 1.3.2020. First reading, referred to Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.27.2020 at 1:30 p.m. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2284: Supporting the cost-effective professional development of early learning providers

Prefiled for introduction on 1.2.2020. First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning at 8:00 a.m. on 1.17.2020. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2277: Relating to youth solitary confinement

Prefiled for introduction on 12.24.2019. First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2262: Expanding access to nutritious food

Pre-filed for introduction on 12.20.2019. First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.14.2020. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2260: Concerning the publication of notice for dependency proceedings

Pre-filed for introduction on 12.20.2019. First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.14.20. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2254: Encouraging Washington college grant recipients to pursue high demand degrees

Pre-filed for introduction on 12.19.2019. First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 1.13.2020. Public hearing in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 1.14.2020. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2252: Concerning student health plans

Prefiled for introduction on 12.19.2019 First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.24.2020 at 8:00 a.m. (updated 1.24.2020)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

HB 2220: Volunteering in schools after a criminal conviction

Pre-filed for introduction on 12.6.2019. First reading, referred to Education on 1.13.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education at on 1.13.2020 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Education at on 1.23.20. (updated 1.24.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2020

Paid Family and Medical Leave program begins in Washington state

New benefit for Washington workers, effective Jan 1, 2020
Blog Jan 08, 2020

Governor Inslee's 2020 supplemental budget released on Dec 18, 2019

First of the 2020 budgets released. Session begins on Jan 13, 2020.
Blog Dec 24, 2019

We are pleased to share Partners for Our Children 2020 state policy priorities

Legislative session begins on January 13th 2020
Blog Dec 17, 2019

RECENT RULING ENABLES HHS TO DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF GENDER IDENTITY OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION; OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT UNTIL DECEMBER 19, 2019

On November 1, 2019, the Trump Administration issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would enable Health and Human Services grantees, including Child Placing Agencies, to discriminate against individuals on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. An immediate Notice of Nonenforcement of current protections was issued along with the proposed rule. The passage of this rule has the potential to reduce significantly the number of licensed foster and adoptive homes available and limit significantly the placement of LGBTQ+ children in homes affirming their identity. Public comment is accepted on the Federal Register until 12/19/19.
Brief Dec 04, 2019

Trump administration new HHS rule overrides Obama era protections

Removes Protections For Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Religion; Public Comment possible until 12.19.19
Blog Nov 07, 2019

Paid family and medical leave public benefit begins January 2020

Washington fifth state to offer this benefit to workers
Blog Nov 05, 2019

Trump administration posts third rule change related to SNAP

Proposal would cause 19 percent of recipients SNAP payments to be lower and will disproportionately impact children and families
Blog Nov 04, 2019

Reflections about the Congressional Listening Tour

Partners for Our Children Research Consultant Leah Rankin reflects on the day
Blog Oct 24, 2019

The Future of Child Welfare: Relationships at the Center

Partners for Our Children co-hosted Congressional Listening Tour about child welfare priorities in October 2019
Blog Oct 23, 2019

Children with disabilities in the child welfare system: A resource guide to enhance service delivery

New resource available from Partners for Our Children
Blog Oct 21, 2019

Important victory for the preservation of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)

Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reaffirms Constitutionality on Aug 9
Blog Aug 12, 2019

ICE raid in Mississippi on August 7th

In solidarity, we share resources and news from The Center for Immigration and Child Welfare (CICW)
Blog Aug 09, 2019

Please share the news: TANF policy changes start July 28th 2019

During the 2019 state legislative session, a new bill passed that repeals some of the harshest policies: eliminates permanent disqualifications for repeated sanctions and creates new time limit extension for families experiencing homelessness.
Blog Jul 24, 2019

The Indian Child Welfare Act: The Gold Standard of Child Welfare Practice

Want to learn more about The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)? We are pleased to share this research brief about ICWA, the impact of the law on reducing the number of American Indian/Alaskan Native (AIAN) Children placed in out-of-home care across the United States, and remaining disparities . To ensure we continue to improve well-being outcomes for AIAN children, a full commitment is required to implement the law as it stands.
Brief Jul 16, 2019

Federal news update, July 2019

Happy summer! We have news to share about a Congressional briefing realated to trauma and ACEs, a webinar about State Strategies to Reduce Child Poverty, updates about the Prevention Services Clearinghouse, CAPTA and more
Blog Jul 10, 2019

HR 2770: Removing Barriers to Foster Youth Success in College Act

Introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor on 4.10.19. (updated July 11, 2019)
Bill Jul 10, 2019

HR 2964: Improved Employment Outcomes for Foster Youth Act of 2019

Introduced and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means on 05/23/2019. (updated July 10, 2019)
Bill Jul 10, 2019

HR 2964: Improved Employment Outcomes

Introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means on 5/23/19. (updated July 10, 2019)
Bill Jul 10, 2019

S 1376: The Family First Transition and Support Act of 2019

On May 14th, HR 2702 was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (updated 7.9.19)
Bill Jul 09, 2019

S 1376: Family First Transition and Support Act of 2019

05/08/2019: Introduced in the Senate, read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (updated July 9, 2019)
Bill Jul 09, 2019

HR 2702: The Family First Transition and Support Act of 2019

Introduced in the House on 05/14/2019 and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means (updated July 9, 2019)
Bill Jul 09, 2019

New webinar about Strive Supervised Visitation Program

Strive team and Laurie Lippold, POC Policy Director present to national audience about supported visitation. Enjoy the webinar on your own time now.
Blog Jun 12, 2019

Medicine Wheel: Evolution of a Partnership

Best Starts for Kids grant enables strengthened partnership between Strive and Cowliz Tribal Health
Blog May 21, 2019

Legislative update: week 16

Legislative Update May 03, 2019

2019 legislative update: week 15

Legislative Update Apr 26, 2019

2019 legislative update: week 14

Legislative Update Apr 19, 2019

2019 legislative update: week 13

Legislative Update Apr 12, 2019

2019 legislative update: week 12

Legislative Update Apr 05, 2019

We are pleased to share and compare 2019 state budget proposals

Read the proposed 2019-21 budgets from Gov Inslee and the passed budgets of the House and Senate
Blog Apr 05, 2019

2019 legislative update: week 11

Legislative Update Mar 29, 2019

SB 5988: Reducing a tax preference for prescription drug warehousing to invest in opioid abuse treatment services in rural and high-need areas

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 3.19.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.26.19. The bill will be alive next session. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Mar 22, 2019

2019 legislatvie update: week 10

Legislative Update Mar 22, 2019

2019 legislative session: week nine

Legislative Update Mar 21, 2019

SB 5308: Concerning opioid use disorder treatment, prevention, and related services

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.18.19. Public hearing scheduled on 1.25.19 in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.11.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19; passed 1st substitute bill proposed by Health & Long Term Care. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.7.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.9.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on on 3.19.19 at 1:30 p.m.  (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Mar 14, 2019

Federal news update, March 2019

Broad range of updates related to federal activities and policy
Blog Mar 12, 2019

HR 507: Put Trafficking Victims First Act of 2019

1/11/19- Introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. Passed the House on 2/7/19. Received in the Senate, read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary on 2.11.19. (Updated July 9, 2019)
Bill Mar 12, 2019

S 388: Families Not Facilities Act

On February 7, 2019, the bill was introduced, read twice, and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (updated on July 9, 2019)
Bill Mar 12, 2019

2019 legislative update: week eight

Legislative Update Mar 08, 2019

SB 5481: Modifying certain vaccine provisions

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 2.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.20.19 Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19; majority passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.26.19 (updated 3.8.19)
Bill Mar 08, 2019

SB 5822: Providing a pathway to establish a universal health care system for the residents of Washington state

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 2.4.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.18.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill pass and refer to Ways & Means on 2.19.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.9.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.13.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.15.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.26.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 4.2.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 4.3.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; Majority do pass with amendment(s). Minority; do not pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Mar 08, 2019

HB 2056: Including information about age of consent, capacity to consent, and child support in sexual health education

First reading, referred to Education on 2.15.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March 2019, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back’ during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Mar 08, 2019

SB 5973: Providing a pathway to modernize and rebalance the Washington state tax structure so that it is equitable, adequate, stable, and transparent for the people of Washington state

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. The bill will be alive next session. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Mar 01, 2019

2019 legislative update: week seven

Legislative Update Mar 01, 2019

HB 2063: Making necessary changes allowing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to effectively manage a statewide system of care for children, youth, and families

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.20.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.22.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 28, 2019

SB 5942: Relating to the budgeting process for core state services for children

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.20.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 4.5.19)
Bill Feb 28, 2019

2019 legislative update: week six

Legislative Update Feb 27, 2019

SB 5961: Relating to improving the equity and sustainability of WA’s tax structure

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 2.19.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.8.19. The bill will be alive next session. (updated 4.26.19)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

SB 5963: Relating to the state budget outlook

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 2.20.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Senate Rules "X" file on 3.18.19. Can put in dead bill document (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

SB 5962: An Act relating to providing for the welfare of children in the custody of juvenile rehabilitation

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation n 2.20.19.  Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.20.19 The bill was not exec’d out of committee. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

HB 2101: Relating to kinship care

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.20.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

HB 2094: Relating to required qualifications for early learning providers

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

SB 5950: Relating to creating the social work professional loan repayment program

First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.21.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means.  Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.25.19 at 1:30. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

SB 5955: Relating to making necessary changes allowing the department of children, youth, and families to effectively manage a statewide system of care for children, youth, and families

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.18.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed.  Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.21.19. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 2.26.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 2.28.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.1.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.26.19; majority pass with amendments. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.28.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.29.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended on 4.4.19. Placed on third reading. Passed final passage on 4.4.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.27.19. President signed on 4.28.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.28.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.28.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.30.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

SB 5945: Creating a pilot project to reduce youth gang involvement, crime, and violence in eastern Washington

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.18.19. Public hearing and executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.20.19. (updated 3.8.19)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

SB 5842: An Act relating to the budgeting process for core state services for children

Feb 18 First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation Feb 19 Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation at 1:30 PM Feb 20 Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation at 8:00 AM HSRR - Majority; do pass And refer to Ways & Means. Minority; do not pass.  Minority; without recommendation Feb 21 Referred to Ways & Means. (updated 2.22.19)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

HB 2083: An Act relating to the budgeting process for core state services for children

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.18.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

HB 2081: Relating to behavioral health workforce

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.18.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 22, 2019

HB 2034: Concerning extended foster care for eighteen year olds

First reading, referred to Human Services and Early Learning on 2.13.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2033: Concerning mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect

First reading, referred to Human Services and Early Learning on 2.13.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.20.19; passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.22.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.6.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.11.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.13.19. No hearing scheduled yet. Did not come out of the HSRR committee and therefore is dead (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2031: Concerning short-term case aides that provide temporary assistance for foster parents

First reading, referred to Human Services and Early Learning on 2.13.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.20.19; passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.22.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.9.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2029: Concerning eligibility for high poverty Learning Assistance Program funding

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.13.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2028: Concerning bonding and best interest assessments for children in foster care

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2027: Including foster parents and other caregivers in the definition of another suitable person

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2026: Concerning relatives of a child placed in out-of-home care

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 2002: Creating the social work professional loan repayment program

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 2.11.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

HB 1969: Creating and funding a school choice scholarship program for foster students

First reading, referred to Education on 2.8.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

SB 5904: Implementing policies related to expanding adolescent behavioral health care access as reviewed and recommended by the children's mental health work group

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.13.19; referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

SB 5903: Concerning children's mental health

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 2.13.19.  Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.13.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.13.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.1; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee.2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.12.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.26.19. The bill was amended and passed in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.28.19. Referred to Appropriations on 4.2.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; majority pass with amendment(s) but without amendment(s) by Human Services & Early Learning. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.10.19. Committee amendment not adopted. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

SB 5895: Concerning fingerprint background checks for guardians ad litem

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.11.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.21.19. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 2.26.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 3.4.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.26.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.8.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.9.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.10.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.11.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.12.19. Governor signed on 4.17.19. Chapter 57, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

SB 5892: Concerning factors to be considered in a shelter care hearing

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.11.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 15, 2019

SB 5885: Creating an exemption to hearsay for child sex trafficking victims

First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 2.11.19.  Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.18.19. Scheduled for executive session in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.21.19; 1st substitute bill passed.  Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.11.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.12.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.26.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.28.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.8.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and Passed on 4.10.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.12.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.16.19. On 4.19.19, Governor signed. Chapter 90, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
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Wonderful week of Strive training

Strive takes it on the road again... this time to San Francisco
Blog Feb 15, 2019

2019 legislative session: week five

Legislative Update Feb 15, 2019

HB 1393: Concerning fully implementing behavioral health integration for January 1, 2020, by removing behavioral health organizations from law...

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.21.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care and Wellness on 2.19.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations 2.21.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Exec’d by the House Committee on Appropriations; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.5.19. (updated 3.15.19)
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SB 5800: Concerning homeless college students

First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.1.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.7.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways and Means on 2.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on Second Reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules Suspended. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the House: First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 3.26.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 3.26.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19; Majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred on House amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.26.19. President signed on 4.27.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.27.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.29.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1851: Creating the care worker research and resource center

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 2.1.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.19.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.20.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1850: Expanding opportunities for students to pursue mental and behavioral health professions

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 2.1.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.13.19. Was not exec’d out of committee. (updated 1.10.20)
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2019 legislative update: week four

Legislative Update Feb 08, 2019

SB 5290: Eliminating the use of the valid court order exception to place youth in detention for non-criminal behavior

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.17.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.29.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 1.31.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.13.19. The bill was amended and exec’d in Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.12.19 In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.20.19. Executive action taken the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.26.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.2.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.3.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.9.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.28.19. President signed on 4.28.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.28.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.29.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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SB 5860: Concerning kinship care

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee for Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.13.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5859: Investing in educational mentor programs

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.20.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive action taken in the Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.22.19; passed 1st substitute bill and referred to Ways & Means. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5851: Enhancing educational opportunities for vulnerable children and youth using funding distributed from the Puget Sound taxpayer accountability account

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.20.19. Heard and passed in Senate Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading. 1st substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Appropriations on 3.7.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 3.20.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.1.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.3.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.9.19. Committee amendment not adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 4.16.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.18.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. Governor signed on 4.29.19.. Chapter 196, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1954: Relating to reciprocity for marriage and family therapists

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 2.7.19. No hearing scheduled yet. (updated 4.5.19)
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HB 1952: Concerning the building communities fund program

First reading, referred to Capital Budget on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Capital Budget on 2.21.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Capital Budget on 2.26.19; majority passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19.  In the Senate: First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.18.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19. The bill did not get out of Ways and Means and therefore is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1932: Concerning vapor products

First reading, referred to Commerce & Gaming on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Commerce & Gaming on 2.12.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1925: Informing new parents about adverse childhood experiences

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19. Passed by the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.20.19 at 1:30 p.m. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1922: Ensuring a parent or guardian has the authority to admit and keep a minor child in a treatment facility for substance use disorder treatment for fourteen days

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1916: Improving the delivery of child support services to families by increasing flexibility and efficiency

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Rules 2 Review. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. 1st substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.1.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 3.5.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 3.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 3.28.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.29.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.3.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.5.19; Majority do pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.8.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.13.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.18.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1915: Increasing the annual fee for child support enforcement services to implement federal program requirements

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.21.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.25.19; majority passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.28.19. (updated 3.15.19)
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HB 1914: Providing training for equity and cultural competency in the public school system

First reading, referred to Education on 2.6.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1907: Concerning the substance use disorder treatment system

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules for Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relived of further consideration. Placed on second reading by on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.8.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.11.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.12.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.22.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.29.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.2.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.17.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.24.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.26.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.27.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1900: Maximizing federal funding for prevention and family services and programs

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19; passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.19.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; majority passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.13.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.19.19. Executive action taken, in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19; majority pass with amendments. Passed to Rules for second reading on 3.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.9.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.11.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. Governor signed on 4.29.19. Chapter 172, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1895: Creating a pilot project to reduce youth gang involvement, crime, and violence in eastern Washington

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.4.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1893: Providing assistance for certain postsecondary students

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.13.19. Executive action in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.20.19; 1st substituted bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 3.26.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.4.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; Majority do pass with amendment(s). Minority; do not pass, without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on 4.9.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.15.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.17.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.25.19. Speaker signed on 4.27.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.27.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.28.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1892: Eliminating lunch co-pays for students who qualify for reduced-price lunches

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.18.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1883: Eliminating child marriage

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19; passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.19.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; majority passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. In the Senate: Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.14.19 at 1:30 p.m. in anticipation of other legislative action. (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1877: Providing a pathway to establish a universal health care system for the residents of Washington state

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 2.4.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 4.5.19)
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HB 1876: Concerning children's mental health

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19 at 1:30pm. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Bill referred to Appropriations on 2.20.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Did not come up for a vote. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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HB 1874: Implementing policies related to expanding adolescent behavioral health care access as reviewed and recommended by the Children's Mental Health Work Group

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19 and 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Amended and exec’d in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19. Referred to Rules for Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relived of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.6.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.11.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.13.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.22.19. Executive action in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.29.19; majority pass with amendments and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 4.2.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.3.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; majority do pass with amendment(s). Minority; without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.15.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.23.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1873: Concerning the taxation of vapor products as tobacco products

First reading, referred to Finance on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Finance on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in in the House Committee on Finance on 3.14.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 3.19.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations; 2nd substitute bill passed on 4.22.19. Placed on second reading on 4.25.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 4.26.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 4.26.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.27.19; majority do pass with amendment(s). Minority; without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.28.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4. 28.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.28.19. Speaker signed on 4.28.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.28.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.28.19. (updated 5.3.19)
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HB 1872: Protecting minors from sexual exploitation

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.4.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.20.19. (updated 4.5.19)
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SB 5841: Modifying certain vaccine provisions

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 2.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19; majority passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.26.19 (updated 3.15.19)
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SB 5837: Concerning records eligible for regular sealing in juvenile court

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.13.19 at 8:30 a.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5835: Creating a hotline to receive reports of potential self-harm and criminal acts

First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 2.6.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.18.19 at 10:00 a.m. Did not come up for a vote in Law and Justice. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5834: Concerning the immigration status of students

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.6.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5826: Maximizing federal funding for prevention and family services and programs

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.7.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.18.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.25.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.27.19. Placed on Second Reading. Rules Suspended. Passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.7.19. No hearing scheduled yet. Did not get out of the HSEL committee and therefore is dead (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5820: Increasing eligibility for child care and early learning programs for homeless and other vulnerable children

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.22.19; passed 1st substitute bill and referred to Ways & Means. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.1.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules on 3.9.11. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.11.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.12.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.19.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.20.19 and 3.22.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.27.19 majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.2.19. The bill did not get out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
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SB 5819: Establishing a post-conviction review board and review process for early release of qualifying offenders

First Reading; held at the desk on 2.4.19. On motion, referred to Law & Justice on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.14.19 at 10:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.21.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19 at 1:30 p.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 4.5.19)
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SB 5815: Concerning individuals placed in minimum security status by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.1.19; passed 1st substitute bill and passed to Rules Committee for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.8.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.15.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19; majority pass with amendments. Referred to Appropriations on 3.26.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriation on 4.8.19; Majority do pass with amendment(s) by Human Services & Early Learning. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.26.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.27.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.29.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 08, 2019

SB 5814: Concerning health coverage for young adults

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 2.4.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 08, 2019

SB 5810: Providing a working families' tax credit

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.4.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.21.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 08, 2019

SB 5435: Expanding membership of the department of children, youth, and families oversight board to include two youth under the age of twenty-five

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.25.19. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 2.19.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 2.25.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.26.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of late March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 07, 2019

Applications now being accepted for the FY 2019 Kinship Navigator funds

Funding request must be completed by March 15, 2019
Blog Feb 01, 2019

2019 legislative update: week three

Legislative Update Feb 01, 2019

SB 5429: Including referred and diverted youth in establishing community juvenile accountability program guidelines

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.22.19. Executive action taken on 1.23.19 in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation; majority passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.25.19. Place on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.12.19. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 2.20.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.22.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.7.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19; majority pass with amendments. Referred to Appropriations on 3.26.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19; Majority do pass with amendment(s) by Housing, Community Development & Veterans. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.23.19. President signed on 4.25.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.25.19 Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5207: Concerning extreme risk protection orders

First reading, referred to Law and Justice committee on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate committee for Law and Justice on 1.17.19. Executive session in the Senate Committee for Law and Justice on 1.24.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1.24.19- passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.25.19 (updated 2.1.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5470: Concerning services provided by the Office of Homeless Youth Prevention and Protection Programs

First reading, referred to Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.28.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability on 2.4.19; passed. Referred to Rules for second reading on 2.5.19. Made eligible to be placed on second reading on 2.19.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.26.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5683: Establishing the Welcome to Washington Baby Act to create family supports through universal home visiting programs and a statewide family linkage program for resources and referrals

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.4.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.12.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Way & Means on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 4.5.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5684: Revising economic assistance programs by updating standards of need, revising outcome measures and data collected, and reducing barriers to participation

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5685: Requiring a primary contact in schools to recognize, screen, and respond to emotional or behavioral distress in students

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5689: Concerning harassment, intimidation, bullying, and discrimination in public schools

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.18.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.30.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Rules Committee for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.31.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 2.27.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Education on 2.28.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 3.14.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Education on 3.28.19. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 4.1.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.3.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.8.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended on 4.9.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 4.9.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. Governor signed on 4.29.19.Chapter 194, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5700: Concerning the release of juveniles in the custody of juvenile rehabilitation

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.12.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5704: Establishing the Washington children's educational savings account program

First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.14.19; 1st substitute bill passed and. referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.18.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 8008: Urging federal legislation to prohibit the sale of tobacco and vapor products to anyone under the age of twenty-one

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.28.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care at on 2.4.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.6.19; Majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.7.19. Made eligible to be placed on second reading on 2.19.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.25.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.1.19. The bill didn’t make it out of Rules, and therefore now is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5711: Concerning education equivalencies for licensed child care providers

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.29.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5715: Establishing a streamlined process to increase the capacity of certain mental health providers to offer substance use disorder treatment

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19; referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.15.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive action taken by the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.21.19; 1st substitute bill passed and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19.Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5718: Establishing the child welfare housing assistance program that provides housing assistance to parents reunifying with a child and parents at risk of having a child removed

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.29.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.12.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. And refer to Ways & Means on 2.19.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Passed and passed on Third Reading on 3.11.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.12.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.26.19. Executive session in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.28.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.28.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.2.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; majority do pass with amendment(s) but without amendment(s) by Human Services & Early Learning, minority; do not pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.11.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.22.19. President signed on 4.24.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5720: Concerning the involuntary treatment act

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care at and referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.1.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.15.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. Placed on Third Reading and passed by the Senate on 3.7.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.9.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.20.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.26.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.28.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.2.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. The bill did not come out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 4.12.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1657: Concerning services provided by the Office of Homeless Youth Prevention and Protection Programs

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19; passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.18.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.1.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Housing Stability & Affordability on 3.5.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability on 3.20.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Housing Stability & Affordability on 3.25.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.26.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.2.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 4.10.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.16.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.18.19. The Governor signed the bill into law on 4.24.19. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1660: Concerning the participation of students who are low income in extracurricular activities

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19; passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.19.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; majority passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.13.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.19.19. Executive action taken, in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19; majority pass with amendments. Passed to Rules for second reading on 3.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.9.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.11.19. House concurred on Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4-18-19. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1668: Creating the Washington Health Corps to support health care professionals who provide service in underserved communities

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 1.28.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.5.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.20.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Exec’d in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted and placed on third reading by Rules Committee and passed on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 3.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 4.2.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 4.3.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.8.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; majority do pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.15.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.16.19. House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage 4.18.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1685: Concerning free or reduced-price meals for students

First reading, referred to Education on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 2.12.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Education on 2.18.19; majority passed. Referred to Appropriations 2.20.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1697: Concerning health coverage for young adults

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.28.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1721: Establishing certificate programs to educate behavioral health care professionals

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 1.29.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.5.19 at 1:30 p.m. (Subject to change). Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development 2.8.19 at 8:30 a.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1729: Establishing a streamlined process to increase the capacity of certain mental health providers to offer substance use disorder treatment

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.29.19. Scheduled for a hearing on 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.20.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.20.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules for Review on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1740: Concerning individuals placed in minimum security status by the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19 at 8:00 Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.8.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5659: Imposing a business and occupation tax surcharge on pharmaceutical advertising revenues for substance abuse and mental health services

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 1.25.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5640: Concerning youth courts

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.12.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.14.19. Made eligible to be placed on second reading on 2.26.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 3.8.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.11.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.26.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.28.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.29.19. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.15.19. In the Senate: On 4.24.19, Senate refuses to concur in House amendments. Asks House to recede from amendments. In the House: On 4.25.19, House receded from amendments. Rules suspended. Returned to second reading for amendment. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 4.25.19. In the Senate: Senate refuses to concur in House amendments. Asks House to recede from amendments on 4.26.19. In the House: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading. The bill will be alive next session. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5636: Concerning fiscal notes

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.25.19; majority passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.27.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5660: Concerning the duties of mental health professionals

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.28.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19. (updated 3.8.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5665: Concerning the creation of a youth development work group within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.7.19; 1st substituted bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.28.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1631: Supporting child welfare workers

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19; majority passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Amended and passed in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Placed on 2nd reading calendar on 3.7.19 (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1644: Concerning the creation of a youth development work group within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.12.19. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.19.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.14.19. Did not get exec’d in HSRR and therefore is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1638: Promoting immunity against vaccine preventable diseases

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.25.19. Public hearing scheduled in House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.8.19. Executive session scheduled, but not action taken, in House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.13.19. Executive session scheduled in House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.15.19. Referred to Rules to Review on 2.19.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. Floor amendment(s) adopted. The bill passed the House on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 3.29.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 4.1.19; majority pass with amendments. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.3.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.17.19 In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.23.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1648: Providing for suicide awareness and prevention programs to create safer homes and reduce suicide among service members, veterans, and their families

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.25.19 Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.13.19 at 8:00 a.m. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.20.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19, but no hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1646: Concerning confinement in juvenile rehabilitation facilities

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.11.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.1.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.26.19; pass with amendment and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; Majority do pass with amendment(s) by Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.13.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.15.19. In the House: House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5737: Concerning confinement in juvenile rehabilitation facilities

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.20.19 at 8:00 a.m. Majority; 1st substitute bill passed.  Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1609: Conducting an evaluation of resource and assessment centers

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19 at 8:00 a.m. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.18.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1605: Requiring traumatic brain injury screenings for children entering the foster care system

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.12.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.19.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.1.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.5.19; majority do pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.8.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.9.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.16.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.18.19. Governor signed on 4.24.19. Chapter 120, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1603: Revising economic assistance programs by updating standards of need, revising outcome measures and data collected, and reducing barriers to participation

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.8.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration Placed on second reading on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.7.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.9.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19; majority pass, with amendments, and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.8.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.15.19. In the House: House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5651: Establishing a kinship care legal aid coordinator

First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.14.19. Executive action taken by the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.21.19; passed. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; majority pass Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 3.8.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.11.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.22.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.26.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 3.28.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.10.19. Passed the House on 4.11.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5635: Expanding opportunities for students to pursue mental and behavioral health professions

First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development; passed and referred to Ways & Means on 2.19.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.9.19. In the House: First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 3.12.19. Public hearing in College & Workforce Development on 3.19.19.  Executive action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 3.26.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.1.19. The bill did not come out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5633: Supporting and expanding behavioral health workforce pathway programs

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.28.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee On Health & Long Term Care on 1.28.19. Public hearing scheduled on 2.21.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19; majority passed and referred to Ways & Means. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.9.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.12.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Appropriations on 3.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.3.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19 and 4.6.19. The bill did not come out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5645: Concerning child-placing agencies

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.6.19 at 8:00 a.m. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation; majority passed and referred to Ways & Means on 2.12.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5738: Requiring postsecondary institutions to plan for the needs of certain students experiencing homelessness

First reading, referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 1.30.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.7.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 2.19.19; majority passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5744: Concerning commercially sexually exploited children

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.14.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.20.19; 1st substitute bill passed. And refer to Ways & Means on 2.20.19. Referred to Ways & Means 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.21.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5749: Concerning faith-based exemptions regarding criminal mistreatment of children and vulnerable adults

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.20.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.21.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5757: Establishing a basic education program of early learning

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.30.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1742: Concerning juvenile offenses that involve depictions of minors

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.14.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third reading on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 3.28.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.29.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.9.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.10.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.16.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.18.19. The Governor signed the bill into law on 4.24.19. Effective: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1749: Establishing the child welfare housing assistance program that provides housing assistance to parents reunifying with a child and parents at risk of having a child removed

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19 at 8:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19 at 1:30 p.m. Majority; do pass. Referred to Appropriations on 2.18.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19. Did not get exec’d in Approps. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1761: Homeschooling foster youth

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1763: Preparing for and responding to active shooter events and other acts of mass violence at schools

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.30.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1768: Concerning substance use disorder professional practice

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.30.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.15.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Rules 2 Review. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.8.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.12.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.22.19. Executive action in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.29.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.3.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; majority pass with amendment(s) by Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.15.19. Committee amendment not adopted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 4.17.19. In the House: House refuses to concur in Senate amendments. Asks Senate to recede from amendments on 4.26.19. In the Senate: Senate receded from amendments. Returned to second reading for amendment. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 4.27.19. In the House: House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4.28.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.28.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.28.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1771: Establishing the Welcome to Washington Baby Act to create family supports through universal home visiting programs and a statewide family linkage program for resources and referrals

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.13.19.and 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19, but not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1775: Concerning commercially sexually exploited children

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.12.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19 and 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.20.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.21.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1779: Concerning the immigration status of students

First reading, referred to Education on 1.30.19. No hearing scheduled yet. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1783: Creating the Washington state Office of Equity

First reading, referred to State Government, Tribal Relations & Elections on 1.30.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations on 2.13.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations n on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.4.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5776: Creating the Washington State Office of Equity

First reading, referred to State Government, Tribal Relations & Elections on 1.31.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on State Government, Tribal Relations & Elections on 2.22.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1791: Enhancing educational opportunities for vulnerable children and youth using funding distributed from the Puget Sound taxpayer accountability account

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.31.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.13.19. Heard in House Appropriations on 2.26.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. 1st substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.18.19. Executive session, but no action taken, in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.21.19. The bill did not get out of Ways and Means and therefore is dead. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

HB 1814: Concerning the involuntary treatment act

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.31.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5777: Building capacity within the educator workforce to improve student mental health and well-being

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.31.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.15.19. (updated 4.5.19)
Bill Feb 01, 2019

SB 5343: Facilitating high school success

Referred to Early Learning and K-12 Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Early Learning and K-12 Education on 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.22.19; majority passed 1st substitute bill and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

HB 1351: Expanding eligibility to the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.8.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed.  Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

SB 5437: Expanding eligibility to the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.4.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.12.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.15.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 3.27.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; majority pass with amendment(s) by Housing, Community Development & Veterans. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.10.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.11.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.22.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

SB 5436: Concerning child care access

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19; majority pass. Referred to Ways and Means on 1.31.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee Ways & Means on 2.13.19 at 3:30 p.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

SB 5461: Concerning the sharing of information between participants in multidisciplinary coordination of child sexual abuse investigations

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation. 1st substitute bill substituted. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 2.25.19. In the House: First reading and referred to Public Safety on 2.26.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Public Safety on 3.18.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Public Safety on 3.26.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.29.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.3.19. Passed by the House on 4.11.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.12.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.16.19. Governor signed on 4.19.19. Chapter 82, 2019 Laws.  Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

HB 1074: Protecting youth from tobacco products and vapor products by increasing the minimum legal age of sale of tobacco and vapor products

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.15.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.25.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 1.29.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.7.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.13.19; majority pass. Placed on second reading on 2.15.19. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading passed on 2.20.19. In the Senate: First reading in the Senate on 2.22.19, and referred to Ways & Means. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.14.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means pm 3.21.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.25.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.26.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.27.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 3.28.19. In the Senate: President signed on 3.29.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.1.19. Governor signed on 4.5.19; Chapter 15, 2019 Laws, effective date 1/1/2020. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

SB 5484: Implementing improvements to the Early Achievers Program as reviewed and recommended by the Joint Select Committee on the Early Achievers Program

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.4.19; majority passed 1st substitute bill and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.13.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19; passed 2nd substitute bill. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19.   (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 31, 2019

SB 5432: Concerning fully implementing behavioral health integration for January 1, 2020, by removing behavioral health organizations from law...

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.14.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.15.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. Placed on third reading and passed on 3.7.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.9.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.1.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; majority do pass with amendment(s) by Health Care & Wellness. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 29, 2019

SB 5431: Concerning community facilities needed to ensure a continuum of care for behavioral health patients

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.14.19. Passed by the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.21.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Exec’d in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 29, 2019

HB 1265: Increasing student access to school counselors

First reading, referred to Education on 1.17.19. Scheduled for Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.19 at at 1:30 p.m. (Subject to change) Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.31.19 at 8:00 a.m. (Subject to change) (updated 1.25.19)
Bill Jan 29, 2019

HB 1367: Concerning child-placing agencies

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.21.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 2.1.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1376: Concerning faith-based exemptions regarding criminal mistreatment of children and vulnerable adults

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.21.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.12.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.20.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1378: Concerning education equivalencies for licensed child care providers

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.23.19. Executive session taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19; majority pass. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19. Referred to Appropriations on 2.1.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.18.19. (updated 4.5.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1391: Implementing improvements to the Early Achievers program as reviewed and recommended by the Joint Select Committee on the Early Achievers Program

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.23.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19. Referred to Appropriations on 2.4.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.18.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.25.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.1.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.15.19. Executive action taken on 3.20.19 in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education; pass. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.13.19. In the House: House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.2.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1392: Establishing the cost of child care regulations work group

First reading, referred to Human Services and Early Learning on 1.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services and Early Learning on 1.23.19. Executive session, but no action taken in the House Committee on Human Services and Early Learning on 1.30.19 and 2.1.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services and Early Learning on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1394: Concerning community facilities needed to ensure a continuum of care for behavioral health patients

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.21.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.29.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.13.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Exec’d by the House Committee on Appropriations; 2nd substitute bill passed on 2.28.19. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. 2nd substitute bill passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.15.19. Executive session taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.22.19; passed with amendments and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to and referred to Ways & Means on 3.25.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.8.19; majority do pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.17.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.23.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1407: Concerning comprehensive sexual health education

First reading, referred to Education on 1.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1434: Eliminating the use of the valid court order exception to place youth in detention for non-criminal behavior

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19. Referred to Rules to Review on 2.11.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1447: Concerning mental health parity

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.22.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5488: Concerning the sentencing of persons under the age of twenty-one years at the time of the commission of a crime

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.7.19. Made eligible to be placed on second reading on 2.26.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.28.19. 1st substitute bill passed. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.4.19.  In the House: First reading, referred to Public Safety on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Public Safety on 3.19.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Public Safety on 3.28.19. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.9.19. (updated 4.19.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5491: Sentencing for persistent offenders who committed crimes as juveniles

Referred to Senate Committee for Law & Justice on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 2.14.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.10.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5493: Establishing a board of advisors to provide local guidance to community services offices operated by the Department of Social and Health Services

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.12.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5494: Concerning the baby court initiative

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.7.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.8.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.19.19 at 3:30 p.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5516: Establishing a behavioral health innovation and integration campus within the University of Washington School of Medicine

First reading, referred to Health and Long Term Care on 1.23.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.28.19. Referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee on 1.28.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.15.19. Executive action by the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 2.21.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19, but no hearing is scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5531: Establishing criminal penalties for unauthorized use, presentation, transfer, or acquisition of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits

Referred to Senate Committee for Law & Justice on 1.23.19, but not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5533: Concerning certificates of parental improvement

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.31.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.12.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19. Executive action taken, in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.27.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.7.19. (updated 1.21.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5534: Studying outcomes for children in the early childhood education and assistance program

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.23.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5535: Analyzing child care costs and affordability

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.23.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5546: Creating a pilot project to establish an enhanced 211 drug line in certain counties

First reading, referred to Health and Long Term Care on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health and Long Term Care on 2.20.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1479: Building capacity within the educator workforce to improve student mental health and well-being

First reading, referred to Education on 1.23.19. Scheduled for Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 2.5.19 at 3:30 p.m. (Subject to change) Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Education on 2.7.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Education on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19; No exec action taken. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1483: Extending the business and occupation deduction for government-funded behavioral health services

First reading, referred to Finance on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Finance on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Finance on 2.27.19; 1st substitute bill passed. In Rules, as of 2.28.19. Did not come out of the House and therefore is dead (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1489: Creating a program for the consolidation of traffic-based financial obligations to facilitate reinstatement of driving privileges that are suspended because of failure to pay

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.20.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1505: Concerning confidential information of child victims of sexual assault

First reading, referred to Public Safety on 1.23.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Public Safety at on 2.15.19. Executive session taken in the House Committee on Public Safety on 2.19.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.22.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.5.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 3.26.19. Scheduled for executive session in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 4.2.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.3.19. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 4.9.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading on 4.16.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.23.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1527: Providing a working families' tax credit

First reading, referred to Finance on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Finance on 2.7.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Finance on 3.14.19. The bill will be alive again next session in the House Finance committee. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1528: Concerning recovery support services

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.23.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.15.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Exec’d in the House Committee on Appropriations; 2nd substitute bill passed on 2.28.19. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules on 3.4.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.5.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.15.19. Executive action in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.29.19; pass with amendments and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 4.2.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; majority pass with amendment(s) by Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.15.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.16.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1540: Sentencing for certain serious offenses committed by persons under eighteen

First reading, referred to Public Safety on 1.23.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Public Safety on 1.29.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Public Safety on 2.7.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Public Safety on 2.21.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.22.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5389: Establishing a tele-health training and treatment program to assist youth

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.18.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19. Exec action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.1.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.13.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Education on 3.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 3.25.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Education on 3.28.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Education on 4.1.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.3.19. The bill did not come out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5395: Concerning comprehensive sexual health education

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.20.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. On motion, referred to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.25.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed on 2.27.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Education on 3.1.19. Heard in the House Committee on Education on 3.12.19.
Bill Jan 25, 2019

2019 legislative update, week two: Two down! And many more bills to come…..

Legislative Update Jan 25, 2019

SB 5386: Concerning training standards in providing telemedicine services

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules for second reading on 2.11.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.19.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.4.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.15.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.20.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.22.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.29.19. Placed on third reading. Passed final passage on 4.4.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.8.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.9.19. Other than Legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.11.19. The Governor signed the bill in to law on 4.17.19. Chapter 46, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5385: Concerning tele-medicine payment parity

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.18.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.22.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.26.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third reading on 3.13.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.14.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 4.1.19. The bill did not get out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5380: Concerning opioid use disorder treatment, prevention, and related services

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.18.19. Public hearing scheduled on 1.25.19 in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.11.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.19.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19; passed 1st substitute bill proposed by Health & Long Term Care. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.7.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.9.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.19.19.  Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 4.2.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.3.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; majority do pass with amendment(s) but without amendment(s) by Health Care & Wellness. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee amendment not adopted. Amendment ruled beyond the scope and object of the bill. Committee amendment(s) adopted as amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.16.19. In the Senate: On 4.19.19, Senate refuses to concur in House amendments. Asks House for conference thereon. Conference committee appointed. Senators Cleveland, Dhingra, O'Ban. In the House: On 4.23.19, Conference committee request granted. Conference committee appointed. Representatives Cody, Macri, Schmick. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: Conference committee report adopted. Passed final passage as recommended by conference committee on 4.26.19. President signed on 4.27.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.27.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.29.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5379: Providing services and supports to parenting minors to improve educational attainment

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.12.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5351: Concerning juvenile sex offense registration waivers under the special sexual offender disposition alternative

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.18.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.14.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.14.19. Made eligible to be placed on second reading on 2.19.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1303: Removing certain restrictions on subsidized child care for students at institutions of higher education

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.18.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.5.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.15.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.20.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.21.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; Majority do pass. Minority; do not pass. Minority; without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.12.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.16.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.17.19. Governor signed on 4.23.19. Chapter 97, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1327: Providing services and supports to parenting minors to improve educational attainment

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.18.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19; passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.5.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1331: Concerning opioid use disorder treatment, prevention, and related services

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.18.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.29.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.8.19; 1st substituted bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19. Exec’d in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. On the 2nd reading calendar awaiting floor action. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5575: Relating to creating a program for he consolidation of traffic-based financial obligations to facilitate reinstatement of driving privileges that are suspended because of failure to pay

Referred to Senate Committee for Law & Justice, but has not been scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5583: Related to increasing access to fruits and vegetables for individuals with limited incomes

Referred to Senate Human Services, Reentry, and Rehabilitation. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation; Majority passed and referred to Ways & Means on 2.12.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5586: Requiring traumatic brain injury screenings for children entering the foster care system

Referred to Senate Human Services, Reentry, and Rehabilitation on 1.24.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.6.19 at 8:00 a.m. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. On motion, referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

SB 5607: Relating to dual language learning in early learning and K-12 education

Referred to Senate Committee for Early Learning and K-12 Education on 1.24.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1561: Ensuring participation on the oversight board for DCYF by current or former foster youth, individuals with current or previous experience in the juvenile justice system, a physician with experience and individuals residing east of the Cascades

Referred to the House Human Services and Early Learning Committee on 1.24.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.6.19; majority pass. Referred to Rules to Review on 2.8.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.1.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.6.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.14.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.28.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.29.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.2.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.10.19. In the House: House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1572: Relating to the Helping Homeless College Students Act

Referred to the House College and Workforce Development Committee on 1.24.19. Public hearing in the House College and Workforce Development Committee on 1.30.19. Scheduled for executive session, but no action taken, in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.8.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 2.14.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1573: Relating to eliminating a program orientation as a condition of eligibility and lessening noncompliance sanctions for the TANF program

Referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.19.Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1574: Relating to increasing eligibility for child care and early learning programs for homeless and other vulnerable children

Referred to House Human Services & Early Learning on 1.24.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.7.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1587: Related to increasing access to fruits and vegetables for individuals with limited incomes

Referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.16. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.1.19; passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.20.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.1.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.14.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 3.21.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19; Majority pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. In the House: House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. Speaker signed on 4.23.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. Governor signed on 4.29.19. Chapter 168, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 7/28/2019. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1591: Relating to the rights of persons experiencing homelessness

Referred to the House Civil Rights and Judiciary Committee. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.12.19 at 10:00 a.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.20.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1592: Relating to establishing the Washington children’s education savings account program

Referred to the House Committee on College and Workforce Development on 1.24.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on College and Workforce Development on 2.6.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on College and Workforce Development on 2.8.19, 2.12.19, and 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on College and Workforce Development on 2.15.19; majority passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.19.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1645: Relating to certificates of parental improvement

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.12.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19 at 8:00 a.m. 1st substituted bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.20.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.21.20)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

HB 1593: Relating to establishing a behavioral health innovation and integration campus within the University of Washington School of Medicine

Referred to the House College and Workforce Development Committee. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.5.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.20.19: 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Capital Budget on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Capital Budget on 2.25.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Capital Budget on 2.26.19; 1st substitute bill proposed by House Committee on College & Workforce Development; passed. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.27.19. Exec’d in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.4.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading on 3.13.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 3.18.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and referred to Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.18.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Behavioral Health Subcommittee to Health & Long Term Care on 3.29.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 4.2.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.3.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.8.19; majority do pass with amendment(s). Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 4.9.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.15.19. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.17.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.24.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 5.3.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 25, 2019

2019 state legislative update: week one

Legislative Update Jan 18, 2019

SB 5324: Concerning support for students experiencing homelessness

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.4.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Education on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 3.18.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Education on 3.26.19; majority pass with amendments. Referred to Appropriations on 3.29.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; majority pass with amendment(s) but without amendment(s) by Education. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Third reading, passed on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.25.19 Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

SB 5314: Assisting Washington families by improving the fairness of the state's tax system by enacting a capital gains tax and providing property tax relief

First reading, referred to Ways & Means on 1.17.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1268: Updating standards of need, revising outcome measures and data collected, reducing sanctions, and expanding reasons for time limit extensions in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and WorkFirst programs

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.19. No hearing scheduled yet. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1221: Improving crisis planning in schools to prevent youth suicide

First reading, referred to Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 2.4.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Education on 2.7.19. (updated 3.8.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1246: Including referred and diverted youth in establishing community juvenile accountability program guidelines

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.29.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.1.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.13.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

SB 5319: Concerning the reimbursement rate primary care providers receive to participate in Medicaid

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.17.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care; Majority referred without recommendation to Ways & Means on 1.25.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 1.28.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1186: Continuing access to Medicaid services

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.16.19 No hearing scheduled yet. (updated 3.8.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1185: Assuring access to health care services for Medicaid beneficiaries by applying the Medicare rate floor to health care services furnished under Medicaid by health care providers

First reading, referred to Appropriations on 1.16.19. No hearing scheduled yet. (updated 3.8.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1182: Modifying the learning assistance program

First reading, referred to Education on 1.16.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Education on 1.31.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Education on 2.7.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.11.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.20.19 at 3:30 p.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

SB 5315: Increasing student support staff in the prototypical school funding mode

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.20.19; majority passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.1.19; 2nd substitute bill passed.  Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1281: Improving high school graduation success by investing in educational mentor programs

Referred to Education on 1.7.19, but not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1216: Non-firearm measures to increase school safety and student well-being

Referred to Education on 1.7.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 2.4.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Education on 2.7.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.11.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.25.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.5.19. 2nd substitute bill substituted; rules suspended, passed on third reading on 3.7.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.9.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.18.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.22.19; majority pass and refer to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.25.19. Heard in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.8.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading and placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.9.19. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the House: House concurred on Senate amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.23.19. Speaker signed on 4.25.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

SB 5317: No-firearm measures to increase school safety and student well-being

Referred to Early Learning/K-12 Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.30.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means on 2.6.19. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.7.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

SB 5343: Facilitating high school success

Referred to Early Learning and K-12, but has not been scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jan 18, 2019

SB 5341: Improving access and completion for students at public institutions of higher education, especially at community and technical colleges, by removing restrictions on subsidized child care

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.30.19; majority passed 1st substitute bill and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 1.31.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 18, 2019

HB 1267: Eliminating the sabbatical year for three-year olds in the early childhood education and assistance program

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.19. Executive action in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.13.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1265: Increasing student access to school counselors

First reading, referred to Education on 1.17.19. Scheduled for Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Education; 1st substitute bill passed on 1.31.19. Referred to Appropriations on 2.4.19, but no hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1264: Concerning secondary traumatic stress in public school staff

First reading, referred to Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 2.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Education on 2.7.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 2.11.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.25.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.1.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third reading on 3.4.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.6.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 3.15.19. Executive action taken on 3.20.19 in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education; majority pass. Referred to Ways & Means on 3.21.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 3.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 4.9.19. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1263: Concerning support for students experiencing homelessness

First reading, referred to Education on 1.17.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 2.5.19. Executive session scheduled, but not action taken, in the House Committee on Education on 2.7.19. Executive session scheduled in the House Committee on Education on 2.18.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.21.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1240: Concerning suicide review teams

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.17.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.6.19 at 1:30 p.m. (Subject to change) Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.13.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1163: Concerning expanded learning opportunity programs

First reading, referred to Education on 1.16.19 Public hearing in the House Committee on Education on 2.14.19 at 8:00 a.m. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Education on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.22.19. As of mid-March 2019, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back’ during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1145: Concerning Washington child care access for resident employees of the state

First reading, referred to State Government & Relations on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations on 1.23.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations on 1.29.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 1.31.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.18.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1144: Establishing the military families' access to child care and early learning supports program

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March 2019, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back’ during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1142: Requiring an assessment of Washington's child care industry

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.30.19. (updated 4.5.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1141: Concerning child care supports for military families

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning  on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning  on 1.29.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1140: Concerning creation of a certified child safety policy

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 1.25.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1136: Implementing child support pass-through payments

Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.18.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.25.19; Majority; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 1.29.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1123: Establishing the Washington Promise Program, providing affordable access to post-secondary education

First reading, referred to College & Workforce Development on 1.14.19 Public hearing in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 1.22.19 at 1:30 p.m. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 1.29.19, 1.30.19, 2.5.19, and 2.6.19 and 2.8.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on College & Workforce Development on 2.13.19; majority pass. Referred to Appropriations on 2.18.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1106: Eliminating use of detention for violation of a truancy-related court order while providing more opportunities for truant youth to access services and treatment

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.14.19. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.29.19 at 10:00 a.m. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Appropriations on 2.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.26.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1099: Providing notice about network adequacy to consumers

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 1.23.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2.8.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules to Review on 2.13.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.15.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.8.19. In the Senate: Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 3.12.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 3.18.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.21.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.26.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.27.19. In the House: Signed by Speaker on 3.28.19. In the Senate: Signed by President on 3.29.19. Delivered to Governor on 4.1.19. Governor signed on 4.3.19; Chapter 11, 2019 laws; Effective 7/28/2019. ((updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1098: Revising requirements and penalties relating to the unsafe storage of firearms

First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 1.14.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

HB 1012: Concerning the use of child passenger restraint systems

First reading, referred to Transportation on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Transportation on 1.21.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Transportation on 1.23.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules for Review on 1.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted; rules suspended. Placed on third reading. Third reading, passed on 2.7.19. In the Senate: First reading, referred to Transportation on 2.11.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Transportation on 3.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Transportation on 3.26.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.28.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 4.11.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading and passed on 4.12.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.15.19. In the Senate: President signed on 4.16.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.16.19. Governor signed on 4.19.19. Chapter 59, 2019 Laws. Effective date: 1/1/2020. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5216: Developing multi-stage threat assessments to increase safety in K-12 schools and institutions of higher education

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.16.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.30.19. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5188: Concerning expanded learning opportunity programs

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.15.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5182: Concerning juvenile record sealing

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.23.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.21.19. (updated 3.15.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5173: Concerning mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.19. No hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5164: Providing public assistance to certain victims of human trafficking

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.24.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.29.19; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 1.31.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.6.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.26.19; 1st substituted bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 3.1.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.7.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Appropriations on 3.9.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 3.18.19. The bill did not get out of Appropriations and therefore is dead. (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5161: Concerning creation of a certified child safety policy

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.15.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.30.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5144: Implementing child support pass-through payments

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.24.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.7.19. Not yet scheduled for a hearing. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5096: Concerning short-term case aides that provide temporary assistance for foster parents

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.5.19. Executive sessions scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation 2.12.19 and 2.14.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.21.19. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 2.26.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third Reading on 3.8.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.11.19. Heard in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.28.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 4.2.19. Amended onto SB 5955 on the House floor on 4.4.19 prior to passage. By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading on 4.28.19. The bill will be alive next session; however, the substance of the bill was amended onto SB5955, that passed the legislature. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5089: Increasing early learning access for children ages thirty months and older with developmental delays or disabilities

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1.28.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2.4.19; majority passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.5.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.13.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2.25.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2.27.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 3.5.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 3.6.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 3.8.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.15.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 3.22.19; majority pass with amendments. Referred to Appropriations on 3.27.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.5.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19; majority do pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.6.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.22.19. President signed on 4.24.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5072: Concerning extreme risk protection orders

First reading, referred to Law & Justice on 1.14.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1.17.19 at 10 a.m. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5057: Protecting youth from tobacco products and vapor products by increasing the minimum legal age of sale of tobacco and vapor products

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1.14.19 Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.18.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.21.19 - passed and referred to Senate Ways & Means. Referred to Senate Ways & Means on 1.23.19, but no hearing scheduled yet. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5055: Increasing availability of peer services for persons with behavioral health disorder

First reading, referred to Health & Long-Term Care on 1.14.19 Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long-Term Care on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.31.19. Placed on second reading for Rules Committee on 2.5.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5054: Increasing the behavioral health workforce by establishing a reciprocity program to increase the portability of behavioral health licenses and certifications

First reading, referred to Health & Long-Term Care on 1.14.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long-Term Care on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.31.19. Bill made eligible to be placed on second reading on 2.19.19. Placed on second reading on 2.26.19. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on Third reading on 3.13.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness on 3.15.19. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.26.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 3.27.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 4.2.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Appropriations on 4.3.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.6.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 4.8.19; Majority do pass with amendment(s) by Health Care & Wellness. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.9.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.11.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 4.12.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred on House amendments; passed the bill, final passage on 4.23.19. President signed on 4.25.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.25.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.26.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5053: Increasing behavioral health workforce participation by addressing certification and licensure requirements

First reading, referred to Health & Long-Term Care Committee on 1.14.19. Public hearing scheduled in the Senate Committee on Health & Long-Term Care on 1.25.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1.30.19; majority pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.31.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.26.19. As of mid-March, the bill is dead. However, it could “come back" during the 2019 session as an amendment on another bill or other mechanisms, or next year (since bills technically stay alive for the full 2019-20 biennium). (updated 1.9.20)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

SB 5027: Concerning extreme risk protection orders

First reading, referred to Law and Justice committee on 1.14.19. Public hearing in the Senate committee for Law and Justice on 1.17.19. Executive session in the Senate Committee for Law and Justice on 1.24.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1.24.19; passed. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1.25.19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2.12.19. 1st substitute bill substituted. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third reading on 3.5.19. In the House: First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.7.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary on 3.28.19; majority pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules 2 Review on 4.2.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 4.3.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Placed on third reading. Passed on final passage on 4.3.19. Committee recommendations adopted and the bill amended. Placed on third reading. Third reading, passed on 4.4.19. In the Senate: Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage on 4.18.19. President signed on 4.23.19. In the House: Speaker signed on 4.24.19. Other than legislative action: Delivered to Governor on 4.25.19. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Jan 17, 2019

Happy 2019 and some state and federal policy updates from POC

Legislative Update Jan 10, 2019

Partners for Our Children 2019 state policy priorities

Partners for Our Children is pleased to share our 2019 state policy priorities
Brief Jan 09, 2019

Meet our fantastic interns

Partners for Our Children is lucky to have this talented group working with us during the 2018-19 academic year
Blog Jan 04, 2019

Gov. Jay Inslee released his 2019–21 biennial budget on December 13th

Budget proposal holds some promise for kids and families
Blog Dec 17, 2018

Representative Ruth Kagi honored as she retires from state legislature

Ruth Kagi scholarship announced at School of Social Work event
Blog Nov 28, 2018

Strive travels to Australia

Strive team excited to deliver newly adapted Strive curriculum and collaborate with Australian child welfare professionals
Blog Nov 01, 2018

HR 6: Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act

Singed by President and became Public Law No: 115-271 on 10/24/18 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Nov 01, 2018

POC's former director appointed to oversight board of DCYF

Governor Inslee appoints de Haan and others to ensure new Department of Children, Youth, and Families achieves intended outcomes
Blog Aug 29, 2018

Changes in leadership at Partners for Our Children

Ben deHaan to serve as Associate Dean at the UW School of Social Work and Emiko Tajima to become new executive director of POC
Blog Jul 24, 2018

POC's Susan Barkan wins new Winning Victories Grant from Antioch College

Susan honored by her alma mater with a grant inspired by Antioch's founder that graduates should "be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity."
Blog Jul 18, 2018

POC's Susan Barkan wins new Winning Victories Grant from Antioch College

Dr. Barkan is honored by her alma mater
Blog Jul 18, 2018

Predictive analytics forum grapples with issues related to transparency, accountability and fairness

Fascinating topic and excellent speakers created a fantastic forum for lively conversation
Blog Jun 12, 2018

POC Data Portal celebrates five years

Improved functionality with same goals as when it began in 2013
Blog May 08, 2018

POC will co-host two briefings on Capitol Hill in May

May is foster care month. In celebration, Partners for Our Children will co-host two congressional briefings in Washington, D.C.
Blog May 02, 2018

POC begins tracking federal legislation related to child and family well-being

Legislative Update Apr 04, 2018

H Res 443: Recognizing the Importance and Effectiveness of Trauma Informed Care

Passed/agreed to in the House on 2/26/2018. (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 2060: Improved Employment Outcomes for Foster Youth Act

Introduced and referred to House Ways and Means on 4/6/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 2512: Foster Youth and Driving Act

Introduced and referred to Ways and Means and Subcommittee on Human Resources on 5/18/2017. Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources on 5/31/2017. (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 2682: Supporting Foster Youth in Successful Parenting Act of 2017

Introduced and referred to Ways and Means, Education and the Workforce on 5/25/2017. Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources on 6/8/18. (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 2236: Foster and Homeless Youth Food Security Act

Introduced and referred to Subcommittee on Nutrition on 5/19/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 3490: Supporting Adopted Children and Families Act

Introduced and referred to Subcommittee on Health on 7/28/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 3491: Protecting Adopted Children Act

Introduced and referred to House Ways and Means committee on 7/27/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 1757: Trauma Informed Care for Children and Families Act of 2017

Introduced in the House and referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations on 4/12/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

S 1091: Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act

Passed Senate by unanimous vote on 3/22/2018. Received in the House and referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and the Committee on Energy and Commerce on 3/26/2018. Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote on 6/13/2018. Resolving differences -- Senate actions: Senate agreed to the House amendments to S. 1091 by Unanimous Consent on 6/21/18. Presented to President on 6/27/2018 and signed into law (Public Law No: 115-196) by President on 7/7/18. (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

HR 4547: The Strengthening Protections for Social Security Beneficiaries Act of 2018

Passed in the House on 2/5/2018. Passed Senate without amendment by unanimous consent and sent message on Senate action sent to the House on 3/23/2018. Presented to the President on 4/3/2108 and signed into law on 4/13/2018. (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

S 705: Child Protection Improvements Act of 2017

Passed in the Senate. Received in the House, held at desk on 10/16/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

S 1964: Child Welfare Oversight and Accountability Act

Read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance on 10/16/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 03, 2018

S 1792: Fostering Success in Higher Education Act of 2017

Introduced, referred to Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) on 9/12/2017 (updated 11/1/18)
Bill Apr 02, 2018

S 1795: Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions on 09/12/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 02, 2018

HR 2681: Foster Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Act of 2017

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means on 05/25/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 02, 2018

S 1827: Keep Kids' Insurance Dependable and Secure Act of 2017 (or the KIDS Act of 2017)

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar on 12/20/2017 (updated 1/8/19)
Bill Apr 02, 2018

Historic increases for children and families in 2018 federal budget

Child Care Funding, Family Violence Protection, Opioid Treatment Services and more...see the proposed budgetary increases here.
Blog Mar 28, 2018

2018 Washington state legislative highlights

The Washington state 2018 legislative session included an impressive amount of coverage of issues/bills/legislation related to children’s mental health, child welfare, poverty reduction and other human services.
Blog Mar 27, 2018

POC Celebrates National Professional Social Work Month

Every day, the nation's 650,000 social workers act as advocates, champions and leaders who make our society a better place to live. Our stellar Project Manager, Kathy Brennan, M.S.W., shares some of her many contributions.
Blog Mar 15, 2018

New law restructures the federal financing of child welfare

Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) potentially will benefit kids and families
Blog Mar 09, 2018

SB 6620: Improving safety in schools and the safety of students

2/23, first reading and referred to Ways and Means On 2/27, public hearing in Ways and Means. Exec action taken on 3/1; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules for second reading. On 3/2, placed on second reading. The bill did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Mar 02, 2018

SB 6618: Relating to ensuring access to mental health counselors by students in public and private schools

First reading on 2/23, referred to Early Learning and K-12 Education. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Mar 02, 2018

Week seven: Two more weeks, but who’s counting?!

Legislative Update Feb 23, 2018

SB 5307: Creating alternatives to total confinement for certain qualifying offenders with minor children

Introduced, reintroduced, and retained during the 2017 legislative session. In 2018, passed on third reading in the Senate on 2/9; yeas 46, nays, 1; absent, 0; excused, 2. First reading in the House on 2/13. The bill was heard and exec’d in the House Committee on Public Safety on 2/22. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; majority passed with amendment(s) by Public Safety and Referred to Rules. No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 15, 2018

Week five: Day 33 today, but who’s counting??!!

Legislative Update Feb 09, 2018

SB 5596: Phasing out use of the valid court order exception to place youth in detention for noncriminal behavior.

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Human Services Committee, sent to Senate Rules, pulled in Rules, and passed by the Senate on third reading. On 2/9, first reading in the House, referred to Early Learning & Human Services. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 2/16. Exec action taken on 2/20; passed with amendment(s). Referred to Rules on 2/23. On 2/26, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. The bill has not yet come up for a vote. No further action as of 3/8.. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 09, 2018

HB 1790: Concerning dependency petitions where the department of social and health services is the petitioner.

Passed out of the House on 1/24 and has been referred to Senate Human Services & Corrections. The bill has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Note; this bill was passed by the House in 2017 but died in the Senate. HB1790 passed by majority in the Senate Human Services and Corrections committee on 2/21. Referred to Rules for second reading on 2/22. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 2/26. On 2/27, Rules suspended and placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/3, Speaker signed. On 3/6, President signed and delivered to Governor. He is scheduled to take action on the bill on 3/9. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 09, 2018

SB 6468: Expanding community-based behavioral health facilities through issuance of state bonds

The bill was heard, amended and passed in Senate Ways and Means and went to Senate Rules. The bill was pulled in Rules but did not come up for a vote in the Senate, and therefore is dead. (updated 2/14)
Bill Feb 09, 2018

HB 2572: Removing health coverage barriers to accessing substance use disorder treatment services.

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the House Health and Wellness committee, heard, amended and passed in House Approps, and was then referred to House Rules. HB2572 was pulled in Rules, voted on by the House, 98-0, and was heard on 2/22 by the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/23; majority; passed with amendment(s) and referred to Ways & Means. Heard in Ways & Means on 2/24 and executive action taken on 2/26; majority; do pass with amendment(s). Referred to Rules Committee for second reading. 3/1, placed on second reading by Rules. No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 09, 2018

HB 2985: Relating to enhancing educational opportunities for vulnerable youth using funding distributed from the Puget Sound taxpayer accountability account

The bill was referred to House Appropriations. It has not been scheduled for a hearing but it is possible it is being considered ‘NTIB, necessary to implement the budget’). We’ll see! No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. [Note: it is possible there is language in the budget related to this but as of this writing that further exploration of the budget needs to occur.] (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 09, 2018

HB 2898: Concerning additional enrichment levy amounts to fund early learning programs

Exec action taken in the Early Learning & Human Services committee on 2/2 and referred to Appropriations On 2/5, HB2895 first substitute bill was passed in Appropriations and was referred to Rules. On 2/13, placed on second reading in Rules and on 2/19 referred to Rules 2 Consideration. HB2895 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead. (updated 2/22)
Bill Feb 09, 2018

SB 6287: Making technical changes regarding the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

The bill was heard and passed in Senate Human Services & Corrections on1/24 and passed in Rules on third reading on 2/9; yeas, 47; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 3. First reading in the House on 2/13 and referred to Early Learning & Human Services. Hearing and exec action taken in Early Learning & Human Services on 2/23. ELHS – Majority passed and referred to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 3/1, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; Third reading, passed; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. Om 3/6, President signed and on 3/8, the Speaker signed. The bill will now be delivered to the Governor. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

SB 5407: Concerning the preservation of housing options for tenants

The bill was heard, amended and passed in Senate Ways and Means and sent to Rules. It was pulled in Rules and passed on third reading on the Senate; yeas, 33; nays, 14; absent, 0; excused, 2. On 2/13, first reading in the House; referred to Judiciary but not yet scheduled for a hearing. Given the 23rd is the opposite house policy committee cut-off, and the Judiciary committee is not scheduled to meet again prior to cut-off, the bill is likely dead. Please note, a very similar bill is moving through the Senate (HB2578) and is currently in Rules. (updated 2/22)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

HB 2967: Assisting Washington families by improving the fairness of the state’s tax system by enacting a capital gains tax and providing property

On 1/30, the bill was referred to the House Finance committee. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on Finance on 2/16 at 8 a.m. HB2967 was heard and exec’d in House Finance on 2/19 and was referred to Rules on 2/22. No further action as of 3/8. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

SB 6580: Relating to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

SB6580 was passed by the Senate and was referred to the House Health and Wellness committee. On 2/16, executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness; majority pass. On 2/20, referred to Rules. 2/22, the Rules Committee was relieved of further consideration and the bill was placed on second reading. On 2/27, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 96; nays, 2; absent, 0; excused, 0. The bill will be delivered to the Governor. On 3/5, President signed and on 3/6, Speaker signed. On 3/6, the bill was delivered to the Governor. He has not yet taken action on it. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

SB 6566: Related to juvenile offenses

The bill passed on third reading in Senate Rules on 2/10; yeas, 31; nays,1 6; absent, 0; excused, 2. On 2/13, first reading in the House and referred to Early Learning & Human Services On 2/16 the bill had a public hearing in Early Learning & Human Services On 2/20, executive session was scheduled, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services Exec. action taken on 2/23 in ELHS; majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Rules. On 2/27, placed on second reading by Rules. The bill has not yet come up for a vote. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

SB 6569: Relating to regulatory relief for licensed child care providers

The bill was referred to the Early Learning/K-12 committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

HB 2954: Relating to regulatory relief for licensed child care providers

HB2954 was referred to the Early Learning and Human Services Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

SB 5074: Relating to eligibility for state financial aid programs

The bill passed the Senate on Jan. 24th and was referred to House Higher Ed committee. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Feb 02, 2018

SB 5766: Relating to preventing harassment, intimidation, bullying and discrimination in public schools

The bill was introduced, but not heard in 2017. The bill was passed by the Senate on Jan. 19, 2018 and referred to House Education. SB5766 was heard on 2/8 in the House Education committee and exec’d on 2/22. On 2/23 the bill was referred to Rules. No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 29, 2018

SB 6533: Relating to child care center licensing standards regarding educational requirements

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/23 The bill was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/30 at 1:30 p.m. It was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 29, 2018

SB 6495: Expanding the extension for community healthcare outcomes program

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1/19. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care on 1/29 at 10:00 a.m.
Bill Jan 29, 2018

HB 2907: Relating to confinement in juvenile rehabilitation

First reading, referred to Early Learning & Human Services on 1/23. Exec action in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 2/2; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Appropriations. On 2/6, exec action in Appropriations; passed 1st substitute bill proposed by Early Learning & Human Services and referred to Rules. On 2/13, placed on second reading in Rules. HB2907 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead. (updated 2/22)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

HB 2923: Related to concerning juvenile offenses

First reading on 1/25, referred to Early Learning & Human Services. It has not yet been scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jan 26, 2018

HB 2905: Providing a sales and use tax exemption for diapers

First reading, referred to Finance on 1/23, but has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is (likely) dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

2018 legislative update - week 3: Three Down, Five To Go!

Legislative Update Jan 26, 2018

SB 6525: Relating to final implementation of education funding reform

First reading, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/22. Exec action was taken on the bill on 2/1. The bill was sent to Senate Ways and Means but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead…. Unless due to the nature of the bill it is exempt from cut-off or necessary to implement the budget. (update 2/22)
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HB 2513: Relating to implementing a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention and behavioral health in higher education, with enhanced services to student veterans

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Higher Education on 1/17. HE- Majority; pass. Public hearing in Appropriations, however the bill did not come up for a vote, and therefore is dead. (updated 2/14)
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SB 6514: Relating to implementing a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention and behavioral health in higher education, with enhanced services to student veterans

The bill was sent to Ways and Means, then to Senate Rules, pulled in Rules and voted on by the Senate. It was then referred to the House Higher Education Committee. SB6514 had a public hearing in the House Higher Education committee on 2/22. Executive session scheduled on 2/21, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Higher Education. Exec. action taken in the House Committee on Higher Education on 2/23; passed with amendment(s) and referred to Appropriations. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. The bill will go back to the Senate for concurrence or dispute. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. Once the bill is signed by the Speaker and Senate President it will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 6503: Relating to implementing child support pass-through payments

First reading, referred to Human Services & Corrections, and was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections at 1:30 p.m. on 1/22 Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 1/24. HSC- Majority; pass. The bill was referred to Ways & Means on 1/25 but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6502: Relating to improving housing stability for people with disabilities and seniors by amending eligibility for the essential needs and housing support for the aged, blind, or disabled assistance programs

The bill was heard in Ways and Means but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead. The companion in the House is still alive. (updated 2/22)
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HB 2895: Relating to revising conditions under which a person is subject to exclusive adult jurisdiction and extending juvenile court jurisdiction over serious cases to age 25

Exec action taken in the Early Learning & Human Services committee on 2/2 and referred to Appropriations On 2/5, HB2895 first substitute bill was passed in Appropriations and was referred to Rules. On 2/13, placed on second reading in Rules and on 2/19 referred to Rules 2 Consideration. HB2895 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead. (updated 2/22)
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HB 2892: Relating to the mental health field response teams programs

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Public Safety on 2/1. The bill heard and passed in Appropriations on 2/6 and was referred to Rules 2 Review. On 2/8 passed on third reading by Rules Committee, passed; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. HB2892 passed with amendments in the Senate Law and Justice Committee on 2/22 and was referred to Ways and Means. Heard in Ways & Means on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; majority passed with amendment(s) by Ways & Means and referred to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/28. The bill has not yet come up for a vote. On 3/2, Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/5, House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/8, Speaker signed. The bill needs to be signed by the president of the Senate and then sent to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
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SB 6496: Encouraging transparency within the department of social and health services

First reading, referred to Human Services & Corrections on 1/19. The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6495: Expanding the extension for community healthcare outcomes program

First reading, referred to Health & Long Term Care on 1/19 The bill was heard in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care but was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6492: Relating to child sex trafficking

The bill was heard and passed in Senate Law and Justice, sent to Rules, pulled in Rules, went to the Senate floor, awaiting a vote. The bill was not brought to the floor for a vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 6486: Relating to expanding registered apprenticeship programs

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development committee. It was then heard and passed in Ways and Means and sent to Rules. The bill was pulled in Rules and then passed by the Senate, 31-16-0-2. The bill was then referred to the House Higher Ed committee and had a public hearing on 2/20. It was scheduled for exec action on 2/21, but no action was taken. Scheduled for another executive session on 2/23; passed and referred to Appropriations. Heard in Approp. on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; passed with amendment(s) and referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. The bill has not yet come up for a vote. No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 6485: Relating to improving access to mental health services for children and youth

The bill was not heard in Senate Ways and Means, and therefore is dead. The companion bill HB 2779 is in House Rules. (updated 2/14)
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HB 2767: Relating to suspension and expulsion of students including kindergarten and early elementary school students

Referred to House Education, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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HB 2932: Related to concerning juvenile offenses

First reading on 1/25, referred to Early Learning & Human Services. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6560: Relating to ensuring that no youth is discharged from a public system of care into homelessness

On 2/9, the bill passed on third reading in Senate Rules; yeas, 47; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 2. On 2/13, the bill was read in the House and referred to ELHS. On 2/21, an executive session was scheduled, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services. Exec. action taken on 2/23; majority passed with amendments(s) and referred to Rules. On 2/26, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. On 2/28, Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/6, Senate concurred with House amendments. Final passage; yeas, 49; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/8, President signed. . Once signed by the Speaker the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 5257: Relating to including referred and diverted youth in establishing community juvenile accountability program guidelines

Reintroduced and retained in present status. Due to Senate committee reorganization, referred to Human Services & Corrections on 1/8. The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SHB 1280: Relating to including referred and diverted youth in establishing community juvenile accountability program guidelines

The bill was passed by the House and was read in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/23. HSC - Majority; do pass with amendment(s) and passed to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. Has not yet come up for a vote in the Senate. No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 6554: Relating to creating a director of homelessness for certain counties

The bill was not heard in the Senate Human Services and Corrections committee and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SHB 1482: Relating to establishing the legislative-executive WorkFirst poverty reduction oversight task force

HB1482 passed the House in 2017, but died in Senate Ways and Means. It reverted back to the Early Learning and Human Services Committee and was passed by the Committee. The bill passed on third reading by Rules Committee on 2/13; yeas, 69; nays, 29; absent, 0; excused, 0. First reading on 2/16 and referred to Human Services and Corrections. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/23 HSC – Majority passed and sent to Rules for second reading. On 2/1, placed on second reading by Rules. On 2/2, Rules suspended. Placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 41; nays, 7; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/6, Speaker signed and President signed. On 3/7, the bill was delivered to the Governor. It has not yet been scheduled for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 5440: Relating to establishing the legislative-executive WorkFirst poverty reduction oversight task force

Reintroduced and retained in present status on 1/18 (in Senate Ways & Means). It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (update 2/15)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 6550: Relating to diversion of juvenile justice offenses

The bill was sent to Senate Rules from the Human Services and Corrections committee. On 2/12, the bill passed in Senate Rules on third reading; yeas, 35; nays, 11; absent, 1; excused, 2. On 2/15, first reading in the House and referred to Early Learning & Human Services Public hearing in Early Learning & Human Services on 2/20 and exec action taken on 2/21 Referred to Rules on 2/23. On 2/26, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second hearing. On 2/27, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Third reading, passed; yeas, 55; nays, 43; absent, 0; excused, 0 It appears that the bill will be delivered to the Governor. On 3/5, President signed and on 3/6, Speaker signed. On 3/6, the bill was delivered to the Governor. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

SB 6549: Relating to expanding the access to baby and child dentistry program to serve children with disabilities

The bill was heard and passed in Senate Ways and Means, sent to Rules, pulled in Senate Rules and is now on the Senate floor awaiting a vote. SB6549 was passed by the Senate, 47-0-0-2, and referred to the House Health Care and Wellness committee. Heard in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on 2/21. On 2/23, exec. action taken; passed and referred to Appropriations. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; majority passed and referred to Rules. On 2/27, placed on second reading by Rules. On 2/28, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused On 3/5, President signed and on 3/6, Speaker signed. On 3/6, the bill was delivered to the Governor. He has not yet taken action on it. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 26, 2018

HB 2920: Relating to child sex trafficking

First reading, referred to Judiciary on 1/24. The bill was not heard, and, therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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HB 2795: Relating to private case management of child welfare services

Executive action in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 1/31: Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. Minority; do not pass. Public hearing in Appropriations on 2/3, however, the bill did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

SB 6453: Relating to legal support for kinship caregivers

The bill was heard, amended and passed by Senate Ways and Means and sent to Rules. It was pulled in Rules and is now on the Senate floor awaiting a vote. SB6453 was voted on by the Senate, 47-0-0-2 and referred to the House Judiciary committee. The bill was heard on 2/20, and exec’d on 2/22, and was referred to Appropriations on 2/23. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; majority passed and referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. On 3/1, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused 1. On 3/6, President signed and on 3/8, Speaker signed. The bill will now be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

SB 6472: Relating to Indian health care in Washington state

The bill was heard in the Senate Committee on Health and Long Term Care, but was not scheduled for executive action. Therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

SB 6471: Relating to developing model policies to create workplaces that are safe from sexual harassment

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Labor and Commerce committee. It was sent to Rules, and passed by the Senate on third reading; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0;excused, 1. First reading in the House on 2/12 and referred to Labor & Workplace Standards committee. Public hearing in House Committee for Labor & Workplace Standards on 2/15 On 2/20, executive action taken in the House Committee on Labor & Workplace Standards; majority passed. Referred to Rules on 2/22; Rules committee relieved of further consideration, bill placed on second reading. On 2/27, floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage: yeas, 49; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

SB 6467: Relating to families in need of services

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Ways and Means committee and went to Senate Rules. The bill did not come out of Rules, and therefore was not brought to the floor for a vote. Therefore, the bill is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6464: Relating to studying the cliff effect in the working connections child care program

The bill was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/30 at 1:30 p.m It was not scheduled for a vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2870: Concerning families in need of services

Public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 1/30, but no further action yet scheduled. Therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2867: Helping foster and homeless youth complete apprenticeships

First reading 1/18, referred to Higher Education committee but was not been scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2861: Expanding the provision of trauma-informed child care

The bill was heard in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 1/31. Executive session in the ELHS on 2/2; majority passed and sent to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/8. The bill was voted on by the House, 70-27-0-1, and referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee. Exec action taken in the Senate on 2/20; majority passed. On 2/22 referred to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/28. On 3/1, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 35; nays, 14; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/3, Speaker signed. Once signed by the President of the Senate, the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2860: Creating the Washington Children's Educational Savings Account program

First reading 1/18, referred to Higher Education committee The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2857: Concerning therapeutic responses to commercially sexually exploited youth

The bill was heard and passed in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 2/2. Public hearing in Appropriations on 2/5. Executive session in Appropriations on 2/6, but no action was taken. Therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/15)
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HB 2855: Concerning the sharing of information between participants in multidisciplinary coordination of child sexual abuse investigations

The bill was heard and passed in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 2/2. Exec action taken in Appropriations; 2nd substitute bill passed and referred to Rules on 2/6. On 2/8, Rules Committee relieved of further consideration and the bill was placed on second reading Exec action taken in the Senate Law and Justice Committee on 2/22; passed with amendment(s). On 2/23, referred to Senate Rules for second reading. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
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HB 2854: Establishing pilot programs to plan for the needs of certain college students experiencing homelessness

The bill was heard and passed in the House Higher Education committee on 1/31 Referred to Appropriations on 2/2, however, was not heard and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2848: Modifying school and court processes to promote attendance and reduce truancy

On 1/30, executive action taken in the House Committee on Education; 1st substitute bill passed. The bill was referred to Rules 2 Review on 2/1. It did not get pulled in Rules for a floor vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6452: Expanding the activities of the children’s mental health consultation program

The bill was heard, amended and passed in Senate Ways and Means and sent to Senate Rules. It was pulled in Rules and went to the Senate floor. The bill passed the Senate 47-0-2 and was heard, amended and passed by the House ELHS committee and referred to Appropriations on 2/23. Heard and exec. action taken in Appropriations on 2/26; majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. On 3/1, Committee amendment not adopted. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. Once signed by the Speaker and the Senate President the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

SB 6441: Transferring all aspects of Working Connections Child Care and Seasonal Child Care Service Delivery to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

The bill was heard in the Senate Early Learning/K-12 Committee on 1/23 but was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6436: Relating to foster youth health care benefits

The bill was referred to the Senate Health and Long Term Care Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6419: Promoting access to the Washington Early Childhood Education And Assistance Program

The bill was sent to Rules following passage in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee. It was pulled in Rules, passed by the Senate and then referred to the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Subjects. SB6419 was heard and exec’d in the House ELHS committee on and was referred to Rules. On 2/22, Rules Committee relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. On 3/1, Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 70; nays, 28; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Final passage passed; yeas, 48; nays, 1; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once the bill has been signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate, it will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
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SB 6407: Relating to private case management of child welfare

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 1/24: Majority; passed and referred to Ways & Means. Referred to Ways and Means on 1/25, however, was then referred to Rules. The bill has not yet been pulled in Rules. On 2/12, Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading.; yeas, 47; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 2. SB6407 was referred to the House ELHS committee and is was heard, amended and passed in the House ELHS Committee and referred to Appropriations. It has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Heard in Approp. on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; APP – Majority passed with amendment(s) but without amendment(s) by Early Learning & Human Services. On 2/26, referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. On 3/1, Committee amendment not adopted. Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1 On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Final passage passed; yeas, 49; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
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2018 legislative update - week two!

Legislative Update Jan 19, 2018

SB 6404: Relating to background checks for persons providing child care services

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/30: Majority; do pass. Minority; without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2/1. The bill was pulled in Senate Rules, voted on by the Senate, 47-0-0-2, and referred to the House ELHS committee. SB6404 was heard in the ELHS Committee on 2/21. Exec. action taken on 2/23; passed and referred to Appropriations. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24 and exec action taken on 2/26; majority passed and referred to Rules. On 2/27, placed on second reading by Rules. On 3/1, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/6, President signed and on 3/8, Speaker signed. The bill will now be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
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SB 6403: Supporting the business of child care

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/29: Majority; do pass. Referred to Ways & Means. Minority; without recommendation. Referred to Ways & Means on 1/30 but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6387: Related to the handling of child forensic interview and child interview digital recordings

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 1/30: Majority; 1st substitute bill substituted, do pass. The bill was sent to Rules, pulled, and was on the Senate floor awaiting a vote. SB6387 was not brought up for a vote in the Senate, and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 6364: Relating to ending homelessness

The bill was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was not.scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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SB 5998: Granting relatives, including but not limited to grandparents, the right to seek visitation with a child through courts

Referred to the Sen. Law and Justice Committee. Was heard on Jan. 9th and exec’d on Jan. 18th.
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2832: Ensuring the Passport To College Promise program is available to certain populations of foster youth

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Higher Education on 1/31: Majority; do pass. On 2/6, public hearing and executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations; Majority passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review. HB2832 was pulled out of Rules and passed by the House 95-3. I On 2/13, first reading in Senate and referred to the Senate Higher Education and Workforce Development. Executive action taken on 2/20; passed and referred to Ways and Means. It has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. No further action taken as of 3/1. The bill is dead. (updated 3/1)
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HB 2826: Relating to Indian health care in Washington state

The Community Development Committee was relieved of further consideration and the bill was referred to Health Care & Wellness. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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HB 2820: Relating to the healthy relationships campaign

Executive action in the House Committee on Labor & Workplace Standards on 1/30; 1st substitute bill passed Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2/1. The bill was not pulled from Rules for a floor vote and therefore is dead (updated 2/15)
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HB 2816: Transferring all aspects of Working Connections Child Care And Seasonal Child Care Service Delivery to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

Passed in the House Early Learning and Human Services committee on 1/24 Exec action taken in Appropriations on 2/6; majority passed. Referred to Rules on 2/6. On 2/8, Rules Committee relieved of further consideration and the bill was placed on second reading. Although the bill did not come up for a vote, it was identified as necessary to implement the budget (or exempt from the cut-off) so was not dead! Ultimately, on 2/19 passed on third reading in the House; yeas, 95; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 3. On 2/20, first reading in the Senate and referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education. HB2816 was heard on 2/22. Executive action taken on 2/23; Majority passed and referred to Ways & Means Exec. action taken in Ways & Means on 2/26; passed and sent to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/28. On 3/5, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 48; nays, 1; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/8, Speaker signed. Once signed by the President of the Senate, the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
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HB 2806: Relating to child sex trafficking

Referred to the House Judiciary Committee, but not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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HB 2800: Relating to Behavioral Rehabilitation Services

Referred to the House Appropriations Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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HB 2799: Relating to providing that certain local sales and use taxes may be used for prevention and outreach programs

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Finance on 2/5; majority passed Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2/6. On 2/9, Rules Committee relieved of further consideration and bill placed on second reading. Referred to Rule 2 Consideration on 2/19. Because the bill did not come up for a vote by the House, unless it is considered necessary to implement the budget, it is dead. (updated 2/22)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2798: Relating to the baby court initiative

Executive action taken on 2/2 in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services; first substitute bill passed and referred to Appropriations. The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

SB 6257: Providing early intervention services for eligible children

The bill was exec’d in the Senate Early Learning/K-12 committee, and sent to Rules. It was pulled in Rules and passed on third reading in the Senate. The bill was read on 2/12 and had a public hearing in the Early Learning & Human Services committee on 2/15. SB6257 was exec’d by the ELHS Committee on 2/20 and heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; APP majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 2/28, Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 79; nays, 19; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage; yeas, 48; nays, 1; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/8, President signed. Once signed by the Speaker the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2650: Providing early intervention services for eligible children

Referred to the Early Learning and Human Services committee, and scheduled for a public hearing on 1/24. The bill was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
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ESHB 1508: Promoting student health and readiness through meal and nutrition programs

Introduced in 2017. Passed the House but died in the Senate. In 2018, the bill passed the House on Jan. 10th, and was referred to Ways and Means. It was heard and passed in Ways and Means on 1/26. The bill then went to Rules, followed by the Senate floor. The bill passed on 1/31 in the Senate – 43-5-0-1. On 2/19, the House concurred in Senate amendments; final passage; yeas, 87; nays, 8; absent, 0; excused 3. On 2/22, House speaker signed bill. On 2/28, Senate President signed. On 3/1, bill was delivered to Governor. On 3/8, Governor signed. Chapter 8, 2018 Laws. Effective date is 6/7/2018. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 1570: Concerning access to homeless housing and assistance

HB1570 passed the House in 2017, but died in the Senate. It was reintroduced in 2018, heard and passed in House Approps, passed by the House and was sent to the Senate. HB 1570 was referred to the Senate Human Services committee and was scheduled for a public hearing on 2/19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/23; passed with amendment(s) and referred to Ways and Means. On 2/26, executive action taken in Ways and Means, passed with amendments and sent to Rules for second reading. On 2/28, committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Passed on third reading; yeas, 27; nays, 21; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/3, the House concurred in Senate amendments. Final passage: yeas, 54; nays, 42; absent 0; excused, 2. On 3/6, Speaker signed and President signed. On 3/7, the bill was delivered to the Governor. He has not yet taken action on it. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

ESHB 2008: Relating to the budgeting process for core state services for children

Passed by the House 63-34 on 1/24. First reading in the Senate on 1/26. Referred to Ways & Means. HB2008 was heard on 2/22 in the Ways and Means committee. Executive action on 2/26; passed with amendments and sent to Rules for second reading. On 2/27, placed on second reading by Rules On 2/28, Committee amendments adopted. Rules suspended. Passed on third reading; yeas, 33; nays, 16; absent, 0; excused, 0 On 3/3, House refused to concur in Senate amendments and asked Senate to recede from amendments. On 3/7, Senate receded from amendments. Rules suspended. Returned to second reading for amendment. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 45; nays, 3; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/8, House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. After the bill is signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate it will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2670: Providing services and supports to pregnant and parenting minors to improve educational attainment

The bill was heard, amended and passed in House Approps and is now in House Rules. The bill was not pulled in Rules for a floor vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2684: Defining best practices for the process and people involves in best interest determination of students in out-of-home care

Passed in the House Committee on Education on 1/30: Majority; 1st substitute bill passed. Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2/3. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2/6. On 2/8, heard, amended and passed on third reading; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. HB2684 was referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee and passed on 2/20. Referred to Rules for second reading on 2/22. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 2/28, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 49; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. It does not appear that the bill was amended by the Senate. On 3/3, Speaker signed. Once signed by the President of the Senate, the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2700: Relating to the handling of child forensic interview and child interview digital recordings

First reading, referred to Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 1.28.19. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.12.19. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation on 2.19.19; 1st substitute bill passed. Referred to Ways & Means on 2.21.19. (updated 3.1.19)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2712: Relating to eliminating lunch co-pays for students who qualify for reduced-priced lunches

The bill was heard in and passed in House Appropriations and is now in Rules. HB2712 was pulled in Rules, voted on by the House, 59-39-0-0. The bill was then referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee and was scheduled for a hearing on 2/19. No further updates as of 3/1. The bill is likely dead. (updated 3/1)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2761: Improving placement stability for children and youth involved with child welfare services

The bill was heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2764: Improving access and completion for students at public institutions of higher education, especially at community and technical colleges

The bill was heard, amended and passed in House Higher Education. It was referred to Appropriations on 2/2, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2776: Relating to suspension and expulsion of students including kindergarten and early elementary school students

Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2779: Improving access to mental health services for children and youth

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the House Approps committee and was in House Rules. On 2/8, Rules Committee relieved of further consideration and the bill was placed on second reading The bill was amended and passed by the House and was heard in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee on 2/20. On 2/21,the bill was heard and passed in Senate Human Services and Corrections and referred to Ways and Means. Heard in Ways & Means on 2/24 and exec. action taken on 2/26; majority passed and referred to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/28. On 3/1 Rules committee adopted as amended. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 1; excused, 0. On 3/5, House concurred in Senate amendments. Final passage; yeas, 88; nays, 10; absent, 0; excused, 0 On 3/8, Speaker signed. The bill needs to be signed by the president of the Senate and then sent to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2784: Relating to background checks for persons providing child care services

The 1st substitute bill was heard and passed by the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee; however, it is unclear where it was sent from there. It appears that the bill did not get referred following passage in the ELHS committee and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2785: Relating to providing the list of foster parent rights and responsibilities to prospective and current foster parents

Bill was heard and passed by exec action in the House Early Learning and Human Services on 2/2. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2/6, HB2785 passed the House 97-0-1, and was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections committee. The bill was heard on 2/21. Executive action was taken on 2/23; majority passed and referred to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading consent calendar on 2/26. On 3/2, Rules suspended; placed on third reading. .Passed on third reading; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/6, Speaker signed and on 3/7, President signed. Delivered to Governor on 3/8. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2791: Relating to faith-based exemptions regarding criminal mistreatment of children and vulnerable adults

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Judiciary on 2/1 and was referred to Rules on 2/2. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/8 The bill was not brought to the floor for a vote, and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2018

HB 2330: Concerning expansion of extended foster care eligibility

Referred to Appropriations on 1/22. Public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2/1 at 3:30 p.m. The bill was not exec’d in Appropriations, and therefore is dead. (updated 2/14)
Bill Jan 18, 2018

SB 6274: Helping foster and homeless youth complete apprenticeships

SB6274 passed in Higher Education & Workforce Development and was referred to Ways & Means on 1/24 The bill was heard and passed in Ways & Means, and is now in Senate Rules. SB6274 was pulled in Rules, passed by the Senate 35-12-0-2, and referred to the House Higher Ed committee. It was heard on 2/21 and exec. action was taken on 2/23. Majority passed with amendment(s) in Higher Ed and referred to Appropriations. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; Majority passed with amendment(s) by Higher Education and referred to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 2/28, Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading,; yeas, 55; nays, 43; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Final passage passed; yeas, 34; nays, 15; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 18, 2018

SB 6013: Concerning behavioral rehabilitation services

Executive action in the Human Services and Corrections committee on 1/17; HSC - majority; pass and refer to Ways & Means. Minority; do not pass. Referred to Ways and Means on 1/18 and heard on 1/30. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2/6; 1st substitute bill passed and then the bill was sent to Rules Committee for second reading. SB6013 was pulled in Rules, passed by the Senate 47-0-0-2, referred to the House ELHS committee and was heard on 2/21, 1:30. Exec action taken on 2/23; passed ELHS and referred to Appropriations. No further action as of 3/1. The bill is dead. (updated 3/1)
Bill Jan 18, 2018

HB 2663: Relating to legal support for kinship caregivers

Referred to the Judiciary committee on 1/11, but was not scheduled for a hearing, and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 18, 2018

HB 2610: Creating the hunger-free students bill of rights act

The bill passed in the House Committee on Education on 1/25. Executive action taken in Appropriations on 2/6.; passed 1st substitute bill and referred to Rules 2 Review. HB2610 was pulled from Rules, passed by the House, 59-39-0-0, and referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee. The bill was heard on 2/22 and exec. action taken on 2/23; majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Ways & Means. Heard in Ways & Means on 2/24. Exec. action taken on 2/26; passed with amendment(s) by Ways & Means. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/28. On 3/1, committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 28; nays, 21; absent, 0; excused On 3/5, House refused to concur in Senate amendments and asked Senate to recede from amendment. On 3/6, Senate receded from amendments, and Rules suspended. Returned to second reading for amendment and floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 31; nays, 17; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/7, House concurred in Senate amendments. Final passage; yeas, 69; nays, 29; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once the bill is signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate it will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2659: Expanding eligibility for the early childhood education and assistance program

On 1/31, passed in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services: Majority; do pass. Minority; do not pass. Referred to Appropriations on 2/2, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2660: Continuing access to Medicaid services

The bill was heard in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1/24 but was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2396: Establishing the working families’ child care access and affordability through regional employers act

The bill was amended and passed in the Early Learning and Human Services and referred to Finance on 1/22. It was heard in House Committee on Finance on 1/30. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Finance on 2/5; Majority; 2nd substitute bill be substituted, do pass. On 2/6, referred to the House Committee on Appropriations. Heard and exec action taken in Appropriations. Majority; do pass 2nd substitute bill proposed by Finance. Referred to Rules 2 Review. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2/8. The bill passed the House 84-13-0-1 and was referred to Senate Ways and Means on 2/15. Heard in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2/24, but not yet scheduled for executive action.. The bill is likely dead. (updated 3/1)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2386: Room and board for college bound scholarship students

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the House Higher Ed Committee and was heard by House Committee on Appropriations on 2 /5. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2/6.Majority; do pass 1st substitute bill proposed by Higher Education. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 2/6. HB2386 was not pulled in Rules or voted on by the House and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6259: Creating the social work professional loan repayment program

HB6259 was passed in Sen. Higher Ed and referred to Ways and Means on 1/26 The bill was heard in Ways and Means but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6262: Establishing pilot programs to plan for the needs of certain college students experiencing homelessness

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Higher Education & Workforce Development on 1/23. HEWD – Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, pass. Minority; do not pass, without recommendation. The bill was heard and passed in Ways & Means and sent to Rules. SB6262 was not pulled in Rules for a vote by the Senate and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6263: Expanding the Passport To College Promise Program to include youth experiencing homelessness and foster youth thirteen and older

The bill was referred to Higher Education & Workforce Development on 1/11, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2348: Prohibiting the waiver, reduction, or suspension of certain fees charged to persons who commit offenses involving the sexual exploitation of children

Heard in the House Committee on Public Safety on 1/16, but not yet scheduled for exec action. Therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2311: Reducing barriers to student participation in extracurricular activities

Passed by the House Committee on Education on 1/18 and referred to Rules Second reading by Rules Committee on 1/26. 1st substitute bill substituted on 1/31. Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading on 1/31: yeas, 62; nays, 32; absent, 0; excused, 4. First reading in the Senate, referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2/2. The bill was heard on 2/15. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 2/23. Majority; do pass with amendment(s) and referred to Ways & Means. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2/26. WM - Majority; without recommendation. Minority; do not pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6304: Continuing access to Medicaid services

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care. It was sent to Senate Ways and Means but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6309: Relating to extending the timeline for completing a family assessment response

The bill was heard, amended and passed in Senate Ways and Means and sent to Senate Rules. It was pulled in Rules was heard in Appropriations on 2/24. Exec action taken on 2/24; majority passed and referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading. Rules suspended and placed on third Reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 98; nays, 0; On 3/3, President signed. On 3/6, Speaker signed, and bill was delivered to Governor. He has not yet taken action on it. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6225: Health coverage for young adults

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and sent to Senate Ways and Means. It was not heard and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6223: Equitable educational outcomes for foster children and youth from preschool to postsecondary education

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Ways and Means Committee and is now in Senate Rules. SB6223 was pulled in Rules, passed by the Senate 45-2-0-2, and referred to the House ELHS committee. The bill was re-referred to the House Education Committee where it was heard and exec’d. Referred to Rules on 2/23 and placed on second reading on 2/27. The bill has not yet come up for a vote. No further action as of 3/8.. The bill is dead. Note: The essence of the bill was included as a budget proviso in the final budget so although the bill died, the substance would go into law (assuming the Governor signs the budget!) in the same manner the bill would have. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6222: Concerning expansion of extended foster care eligibility

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means and sent to Rules. It has not yet been pulled. SB6222 was pulled in Rules, passed by the Senate 47-0-0-2, and referred to the House ELHS on 2/14. Exec. action taken on 2/23 in ELHS; passed and referred to Appropriations. Exec. action taken in Appropriations on 2/26; passed and referred to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 2/28, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 68; nays, 30; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/3, Speaker signed. On 3/6, President signed, and SB6222 was delivered to Governor. He is scheduled to take action on it on 3/9. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6166: Child sex trafficking

Referred to the Law and Justice committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6160: Relating to revising conditions under which a person is subject to exclusive adult jurisdiction and extending juvenile court jurisdiction over serious cases to age 25

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. On 2/12, it was then heard and passed on third reading; yeas, 35; nays, 12; absent, 0; excused, 2. On 2/15, first reading in the House and referred to Early Learning & Human Services The bill was heard on 2/20 . Exec. action taken on 2/23.; ELHS majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Appropriations. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24 and exec. action taken on 2/26; passed with amendment(s) by ELHS and referred to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 2/28, Committee amendments adopted. Rules suspended. Placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 58; nays, 40; absent, 0; excused, 0 On 3/5, Senate concurred in House amendments. Passed final passage; yeas, 31; nays, 18; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6148: Achieving equitable educational outcomes for vulnerable children and youth

The bill was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on 1/29 at 1:30 p.m. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6141: Strengthening school district plans for recognition, screening, and response to emotional or behavioral distress

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education. It was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means and went to Rules. SB6141 was pulled in Rules, voted on in the Senate, 46-0-0-3, and referred to the House Education committee. It is was heard on 2/20 and exec’d on 2/22. Referred to Rules on 2/23. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. No further update as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6138: Extending the stature of limitations for food stamp fraud

The bill was referred to the Law and Justice committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6117: Revising conditions under which juvenile court records may be sealed

The bill was heard, amended, and passed in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. SB6117 was sent to Rules but never brought to the Senate floor for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/22)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6116: Modifying eligibility and benefits under certain economic services programs

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. It was sent to Ways and Means where it was heard but not exec’d. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6115: Residential custody services for tribal youth

The bill passed in Human Services and Corrections and was sent to Senate Rules committee. It was pulled in Rules and voted on by the Senate. On 2/9, first reading in the House, referred to Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs. On 2/15, Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs on 2/15 at 1:30 p.m. Scheduled for executive session in the House Committee on Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs on 2/20. SB6115 was exec’d and sent to Rules. On 2/27, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading, passed; yeas, 97; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/1, the bill was signed by Senate President and on 3/3, it was signed by the Speaker of the House. On 3/5, the bill was delivered to the Governor.He will take action on it on 3/9. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6114: The issuance of identi-cards to individuals released from juvenile rehabilitation facilities operated by the department of social and health services or any successor state agency

Passed in Human Services and Corrections and is in Senate Rules. The bill was not voted on by the Senate and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6100: Working Connections Childcare Program subsidy

The bill was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education, but was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6084: Requiring maintenance of minimum essential health care coverage

SB6084 was heard, amended and passed in the Health and Long Term Care committee. It was then referred to Rules, was pulled in Rules and voted on by the Senate. SB6084 was heard in the House Health and Wellness committee on 2/21. Executive action in HCW was taken on 2/23; majority passed and referred to Rules. On 2/28, Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading. No further action as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6065: School district policy and procedures for interviews and interrogations of students on school premises

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education. It was sent to Rules, pulled, and voted on by the Senate. The bill was referred to the House committee on Education, It was heard on 2/19 and exec’d on 2/22. On 2/23, it was referred to Rules. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6048: Concerning the age of individuals at which sale or distribution of tobacco and vapor products may be made

The bill was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Health & Long Term Care and was heard in Ways and Means on 2/22. It has not yet been scheduled for exec action. No further action taken as of 3/1. The bill is dead. (updated 3/1)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6047: Ensuring access to affordable health care coverage for children

The bill was referred from Ways and Means to Sen. Health and Long Term Care. It was heard in LTC on 1/18, but was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (update 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6025: Increasing success in therapeutic courts

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1/18: Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. On motion, referred to Ways & Means on 1/19 Executive action in Ways & Means on 1/29: Majority; without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2/1 and placed on second reading on 2/8. The bill did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 6003: Concerning breakfast after the bell programs in certain public schools “Washington kids ready to learn act”

Floor amendment(s) adopted; Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading. Third reading, passed; yeas, 40; nays, 8; absent, 0; excused, 1 on 1/19 First reading, referred to Education in the House on 1/23. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. Please note, the House version of Breakfast After the Bell passed both the House and Senate. (updated 2/22)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

SB 5996: Encouraging the disclosure and discussion of sexual harassment and sexual assault in the workplace

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Labor & Commerce: Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. Minority; without recommendation. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 2/1. On 2/6, placed on second reading by Rules Committee. On 2/8, 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Passed on Third Reading; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. SB5996 was referred to the House Labor and Workplace Standards committee and was heard on 2/15. It was exec’d on 2/22 and referred to Rules on 2/23. Rules relieved of further consideration and placed on second reading on 2/26. On 2/27, Rules suspended and placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading, passed; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/1, signed by Senate President. On 3/1, President signed and on 3/3, Speaker signed. On 3/5, delivered to Governor and is awaiting action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2667: Relating to improving housing stability for people with disabilities and seniors by amending eligibility for the essential needs and housing support and the aged, blind, or disabled assistance programs

The bill was heard and passed in the Early Learning & Human Services committee. Passed 1st substitute bill in Appropriations on 2/1 and was referred to Rules 2 Review. On 2/8, passed on third reading by Rules Committee; yeas, 88; nays, 10. On 2/10, first reading in Senate; referred to Human Services & Corrections. Public hearing in Human Services & Corrections on 2/21. Executive action taken on 2/23; HSC majority passed with amendment(s) and referred to Rules Committee for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 3/2, committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended. Placed on third reading. Passed on third reading: yeas, 32; nays, 17; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/5, House concurred in Senate amendments. Passed final passage: yeas, 90; nays, 7; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/8, Speaker signed. Once signed by the President of the Senate the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2642: Relating to requiring the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to provide a written explanation for a determination of unsuitability for unsupervised access to children in care

The bill passed the House and is now in the Senate ELK12 committee. On 2/19 the bill passed the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and was referred to Rules for second reading on 2/20. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/28. The bill has not come up for a vote. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2578: Relating to preserving and expanding rental housing options for persons whose source of income is derived from or includes sources other than employment

On 2/9, the bill passed on third reading in House Rules; yeas, 61; nays, 37; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 2/13, first reading in the Senate and referred to. Financial Institutions & Insurance. Exec action taken in Committee on Financial Institutions & Insurance on 2/20; majority passed with amendments. On 2/21, referred to Rules for second reading. On 2/27, placed on second reading by Rules. On 3/1, HB2578 was voted on by the Senate and passed 36-13. On 3/6, the House concurred in Senate amendments. Final passage; yeas, 67; nays, 31; absent, 0; excused, 0. Once signed by the Speaker and President of the Senate the bill will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2530: Relating to foster youth health care benefits

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the House Appropriations committee, was pulled in Rules and is now on the floor calendar waiting a vote. HB2530 was passed by the House, 94-4-0-0 and referred to the Senate Health and Long Term Care committee. On 2/19, the bill passed in the Senate Health and Long Term Care committee. Referred to Ways and Means on 2/20. Public hearing and executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on 2/26; majority; do pass. On 2/27, referred to Rules for second reading. On 2/28, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 49; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/3, Speaker signed and on 3/5, President signed. On 3/6, the bill was delivered to the Governor. The Governor will take action on the bill on 3/9. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2512: Making technical changes regarding the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

The bill was heard and passed in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 1/24. Referred to Rules on 1/29 and placed on second reading on 2/9. It did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead. (update 2/22)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2509: Relating to mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect

Executive action taken in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 1/26: Majority; do pass. Minority; do not pass Referred to Rules 2 Review on 1/30. On 2/13, passed on third reading by Rules Committee, passed; yeas, 98; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. First reading in the Senate on 2/16. Referred to Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. HB2509 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/22 Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/23. HSC - Majority; do pass. Minority; without recommendation Referred to Rules for second reading on 2/23. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. It has not yet come up for a vote. No further action taken as of 3/8. The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2496: Relating to strengthening school district plans for recognition, screening, and response to emotional or behavioral distress in students

Heard in the House Education committee on 1/16, but was not scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2488: Clarifying the use of the Puget Sound taxpayer accountability account to include facilities to improve educational outcomes in early learning, K-12, and higher education

The bill was heard in the House Committee on Appropriations on 1/24, but was not scheduled for exec action. It is unclear if this bill is dead or due to the nature of the bill, is exempt from the cut-off or considered necessary to implement the budget. No further update as of 3/8.The bill is dead. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2451: Expanding the activities of the children’s mental health services consultation program

HB2451 passed the ELHS committee and was referred to Appropriations on 1/22, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/14)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2450: Supporting the business of child care

Heard, amended, and passed in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on 1/24: Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. The bill was referred to Appropriations on 1/29 but has not been scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2449: Extending the timeline for completing a family assessment response

HB2449 was heard and passed in the House Appropriations (Approps) committee and went to House Rules. Given the Senate companion passed in the Senate, the House bill did not come up for a vote, and therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/14)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2437: Encouraging investments in affordable and supportive housing

Exec action taken in the House Committee on Finance on 2/5 1st substitute passed. Referred to Rules on 2/6 and placed on Second Reading by Rules Committee on 2/8. The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2436: Defining community health workers and their roles

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the Health Care and Wellness Committee. Public hearing in Appropriations on 2/3 and executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2/6. Majority; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules for review on 2/6. It appears that the bill was pulled in Rules and voted on by the House. It was referred to the Senate Health and Long Term Care committee and then was referred to Rules 2 Consideration on 2/19. The bill did not come out of the House and therefore is dead. (updated 3/1)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2411: Reducing wasted food in order to fight hunger and reduce environmental impacts

The bill was heard, amended and passed in the House Committee on Environment. Referred to Appropriations on 2/2. The bill did not come out of Approps, and therefore is dead. No further action as of 2/15.
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2367: Establishing a child care collaborative task force

Passed by the ELHS committee and referred to Appropriations The bill was heard in House Appropriations on 2/1 Executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2/6. Majority; do pass 1st substitute bill proposed by Early Learning & Human Services. Minority; do not pass. Referred to Rules 2 Review. On 2/8, Rules Committee relieved of further consideration and the bill was placed on second reading. The bill passed the House, 69-29-0-0 and was referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee, where it was heard and passed without recommendation and referred to Labor & Commerce. Public hearing on 2/21 and exec action taken in the Senate Committee on Labor & Commerce on 2/22. Public hearing on 2/24 and exec action taken on 2/26 in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means. Majority; do pass and referred to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2/28. On 3/2, Floor amendment(s) adopted. Rules suspended and placed on Third Reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 48; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 1. On 3/5, House refused to concur in Senate amendments and asked Senate to recede from amendments. On 3/6, Senate receded from amendments. On 3/8, Speaker signed. Once the bill is signed by the President of the Senate, it will be delivered to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 1630: Relating to allowing minors to consent to share their personally identifying information in the Washington homeless client management information system.

Introduced in 2017. Passed the House 1/11/18. First reading, referred to Senate Human Services & Corrections on 1/15. Public hearing scheduled on 2/19 in the Senate Humans Services and Corrections committee and exec action scheduled for 2/23 at 10 a.m. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on 2/23. HSC - Majority; do pass. Minority; do not pass. Passed to Rules for second reading. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 2/26. On 2/28, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 45; nays, 4; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/3, Speaker signed, and on 3/6, President signed. On 3/6, the bill was delivered to the Governor. The Governor will take action on the bill on 3/9. (updated 3/8)
Bill Jan 12, 2018

HB 2372: The issuance of identi-cards to individuals released from juvenile rehabilitation facilities operated by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) or any successor state agency

The bill was heard and passed in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and is in Rules. On 2/13, placed on second reading in Rules. The bill did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead. Please note: it is very likely that after this update is sent, the identi-card language will be amended onto a Senate bill that is currently in the House. (updated 2/22)
Bill Jan 11, 2018

HB 2371: Implementing child support pass-through payments

The bill was referred to Appropriations on 1/26, but not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 11, 2018

POC 2018 priorities and key terms

We are happy to share POC 2018 priorities for this legislative session
Blog Jan 09, 2018

HB 2293: Restricting firearms and dangerous weapons in early learning facilities

Heard in the House Committee on Judiciary on 1/25. The bill has not yet been scheduled for exec action and therefore is dead. (updated 2/8)
Bill Jan 08, 2018

SHB 2256: Concerning the online availability of foster parent pre-service training

ELHS - majority; 1st substitute bill (ELHS 18), passed on 1/22 and third reading passed on 1/22 HB2256 was referred to the Senate Human Services committee. On 2/21 executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections; majority pass. On 2/22, referred to Rules for second reading On 2/26 bill was placed on consent calendar. On 2/27, Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 49; nays, 0; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/3, Speaker signed and on 3/5, President signed. On 3/6, delivered to Governor. He will take action on the bill on 3/9. (updated 3/8).
Bill Jan 08, 2018

How the Governor's proposed budget could impact kids and families in Washington

Learn about Gov. Inslee's 2018 budget proposals that most impact children and families
Blog Dec 27, 2017

POC co-sponsors federal briefing about food insecurity on college campuses

Members of congress, leaders, researchers, and students head to our nation's capital to discuss hunger, food insecurity and other topics that disproportionately impact youth and young adults who have interacted with the child welfare system
Blog Dec 12, 2017

POC team welcomes new UW students

Five students, two majors, one common passion: helping vulnerable children in Washington
Blog Nov 09, 2017

Legislative wins for vulnerable kids and families

After the 2017 session, Washington is poised to make critical advancements in services for children and families, most notably through the new Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Blog Aug 21, 2017

Strive

Strive is a parent education and support program developed specifically for parents involved in the child welfare system.
Blog Aug 21, 2017

Laura Orlando Receives UW School of Social Work Staff Recognition Award

Laura wins well-deserved recognition
Blog Aug 21, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 28: SINE DIE!

Legislative Update Jul 21, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 26

Legislative Update Jul 07, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 25

Legislative Update Jun 30, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 24

Legislative Update Jun 23, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 23

Legislative Update Jun 16, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Weeks 21-22

Legislative Update Jun 08, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 20

Legislative Update May 26, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 19

Legislative Update May 19, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 18

Legislative Update May 12, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 17

Legislative Update May 05, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 16

Legislative Update Apr 28, 2017

SB 5929: Concerning investing in Washington families by improving the fairness of the states excise tax system by narrowing or eliminating tax preferences, imposing a business and occupation tax surcharge while eliminating tax liability for small business

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on Apr 26
Bill Apr 28, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 15

Legislative Update Apr 21, 2017

Children, Youth & Families in the Current Budget Proposals

This budget comparison was updated on April 13, 2017 and it looks at a number of items related to children, youth and families in the three different budget proposals: the Governor's, the Senate and the House.
Brief Apr 19, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 14

Legislative Update Apr 14, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 13

Legislative Update Apr 07, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 12

Legislative Update Mar 31, 2017

HB 2189: Concerning eligibility for the early childhood education and assistance program

Mar 29 introduced and referred to House Appropriations. It was not scheduled for a hearing before cutoff.
Bill Mar 30, 2017

HB 2186: Concerning investing in Washington families by improving the fairness of the states excise tax system and implementing marketplace fairness in Washington.

Passed out of the House Committee on Finance and referred to Rules 2 review on Apr 4.
Bill Mar 30, 2017

SB 5903: Concerning the provision of funding and services to address homelessness

Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Mar 28.
Bill Mar 24, 2017

SB 5898: Concerning eligibility for public assistance programs

Passed out of the Senate. Referred to House Committee on Appropriations on Mar 27, but was not scheduled for a public hearing before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Mar 24, 2017

SB 5894: Concerning behavioral health system reform

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on Mar 22. Passed by the Senate on Mar 23. Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations on Mar 28.
Bill Mar 24, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 11

Legislative Update Mar 24, 2017

SB 5901: Concerning eligibility for the working connections child care and early childhood education and assistance programs

The bill, as amended by the Ways and Means Committee, was passed by the Senate on Mar 23. Referred to Appropriations Committee in the House on Mar 27, but was not scheduled for a hearing before Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Mar 23, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 10

Legislative Update Mar 17, 2017

SB 5890: Concerning foster care and adoption support

Passed out of the Senate on Apr 10. Referred to House Appropriations Committee on Apr 12. Referred back to Senate Rules on Apr 23.
Bill Mar 16, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 9

Legislative Update Mar 10, 2017

HB 2143: Expanding opportunities for higher education students

Passed out of the House on Apr 7. Passed out of Senate Ways & Means on Apr 20. Referred back to House Rules on Apr 23. Passed out of the House on May 2 (1st special session). Passed out of the House on May 25 (2nd special session).
Bill Mar 09, 2017

HB 2144: Concerning the taxation of vapor products

Had a public hearing in House Finance on Mar 21 and scheduled for executive session on Mar 30, but no action was taken.
Bill Mar 09, 2017

SB 5864: Concerning the goal of ending homelessness

Passed out of the Senate Ways & Means Committee on Mar 20. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on Mar 29, but did not come up for a floor vote before Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Mar 09, 2017

SB 5863: Requiring the Department of Social and Health Services to adopt outcome and performance measures to evaluate substance use disorder treatment providers

Passed out of the Senate Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Mar 28. Referred to Ways & Means, but was not scheduled for a public hearing before the cutoff.
Bill Mar 09, 2017

The Influence of the Supervisory Work Unit on Child Welfare Worker Turnover

Jean Kruzich, PhD, MSW, a Research Fellow with Partners for Our Children, recently participated in this webinar presented by Casey Family Programs to discuss supervisory leadership behaviors as a way of reducing turnover among child welfare workers.
Blog Mar 06, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 8

Legislative Update Mar 03, 2017

HB 1401: Requiring the court to remove any person serving as a court-appointed special advocate or volunteer guardian ad litem if that person has made a materially false statement under oath

Passed out of the House on Feb 27. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 4. Governor signed on Apr 21 and effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 28, 2017

SB 5257: Including referred and diverted youth in establishing community juvenile accountability program guidelines

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Jan 24th, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 28, 2017

SB 5030: Concerning human trafficking, prostitution, and commercial sexual abuse of a minor

Passed out of the Senate on Feb 8. Passed out of the House on Apr 6. Senate concurred in House amendments. Governor signed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 28, 2017

SB 5321: Concerning parental rights and responsibilities of sexual assault perpetrators and survivors

Referred to Law & Justice, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 28, 2017

SB 5246: Concerning the department of early learning's access to records and personal information for purposes of determining character and suitability of child care workers and individuals who have unsupervised access to children in child care setti

Referred to Early Learning & K-12 Committee, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 28, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 7

Legislative Update Feb 24, 2017

SB 5077: Allowing the department of corrections to provide temporary housing assistance to individuals being released from the Washington corrections center for women.

Passed out of Senate on Feb 27. Passed out of the House on Apr 10. Governor signed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 23, 2017

HB 1116: Implementing family and medical leave insurance

Passed out of House Appropriations and referred to Rules 2 review on Feb 24. Did not make it out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 23, 2017

HB 1109: Supporting victims of sexual assault.

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. House concurs in Senate amendments on Apr 20. Governor signed on May 16. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 23, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 6

Legislative Update Feb 17, 2017

HB 1078: Concerning human trafficking, prostitution, and commercial sexual abuse of a minor

Passed the House, and on Feb 10th Referred to Senate Law & Justice. The bill did not make it out of the committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 17, 2017

HB 2117: Granting relatives, including but not limited to grandparents, the right to seek visitation with a child through the courts

First reading, referred to Finance on 2.22.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Finance on 2.26.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Finance on 2.27.19; 1st substitute bill passed.  Referred to Appropriations on 2.28.19. Public hearing and executive action taken in the House Committee on Appropriations on 2.28.19; 2nd substitute bill passed. Referred to Rules 2 Review on 3.1.19. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 3.11.19. Referred to Rules 2 Consideration on 3.21.19. The bill will be alive in Rules next session. (updated 5.3.19)
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5779: Concerning behavioral health integration in primary care

Passed out of the Senate on Mar 1. Passed out of the House on Apr 10. Senate concurred in House amendments on Apr 17. Governor partially vetoed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5831: Concerning assessment of the needs of girls and young women concurrently involved in the juvenile justice and child welfare systems

Referred to Human Services, Mental Health & Housing, and did not have a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5829: Addressing paid family leave

Passed out of Commerce, Labor & Sports and on Feb 17th referred to Ways & Means, but never had a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

HB 2121: Repealing income eligibility for temporary assistance for needy families benefits for a child who lives with a nonparent caregiver

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. Passed out of Ways & Means and passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Apr 4, but did not come up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5818: Health care systems and behavioral health organizations

Heard in Senate Human Services/Mental Health on Feb 15th, but was not voted on by the committee. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

HB 2069: Suspending certain rule-making activities of the department of early learning

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on Feb 15th at 1:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

HB 2072: Concerning the child rescue fund

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on Feb 20th, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5522: Requiring the department of social and health services to collect and publicly report information on the safe surrender of newborn children.

Passed out of the Senate. Had a public hearing in the House Early Learning & Human Services Committee on Mar 14, and scheduled for executive action on Mar 28, but no action was taken. The bill did not make it out of its committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5247: Updating certain department of early learning advising and contracting mechanisms to reflect federal requirements, legislative mandates, and planned system improvements

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and passed out of Ways & Means. Feb 23rd passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

SB 5107: Creating a local pathway for local governments, school districts, and nonprofit organizations to provide more high quality early learning opportunities by reducing barriers and increasing efficiency

Passed out of the Senate on Mar 1. Passed out of the House on Apr 7. Governor signed on May 4. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 16, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 5

Legislative Update Feb 10, 2017

SB 5749: Concerning paperwork reduction in order to improve the availability of mental health services to protect children and families

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House Early Learning & Human Services Committee. Passed out of House Appropriations and referred to Rules on Apr 4. The bill was pulled in Rules, but did not come up for a floor vote before Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5763: Implementing recommendations from the children's mental health work group

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and referred to Ways & Means. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Feb 21, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5753: Concerning the financing of early learning facilities

Passed out of Senate Ways & Means and passed to Rules for second reading on Feb 24. Did not make it out of the Senate before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2039: Creating the Washington information and referral access account to provide funds for the Washington information network 211 system

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on Feb 20th at 1:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5765: Repealing certain tax exemptions and deductions to help pay for the full funding of basic education

Referred to Ways & Means, but never had a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5766: Preventing harassment, intimidation, and bullying in public schools

Referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2061: Excluding holidays and weekends from the time period required for youth shelters to notify parents

Had a public hearing in the House Early Learning & Human Services Committee on Feb 15th, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2054: Providing that home-based instruction of a foster child may not be the sole basis for denying a foster-family home license

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5657: Concerning the hosting of the homeless by religious organizations

Passed out of the Senate. Had a public hearing in the House Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs Committee on Mar 15 and scheduled for executive session on Mar 16, but no action was taken.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2044: Concerning the hosting of the homeless by religious organizations

Passed out of the House Committee on Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs and on Feb 17th referred to Rules. Did not make it out of the House before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2053: Allowing foster children to be homeschooled

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5770: Concerning transfer of jurisdiction from a tribe in dependency cases involving Indian children

Passed out of the Senate. Referred to the House Community Development, Housing and Tribal Affairs Committee on Mar 10. The bill did not make it out of its committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2045: Concerning transfer of jurisdiction from a tribe in dependency cases involving Indian children

Passed out of the House Committee on Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs and on Feb 17th referred to Rules. Did not make it out of the House before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

SB 5498: Creating the department of children, youth, and families

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Feb 21, but did not come up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 1867: Improving transitions in extended foster care to increase housing stability for foster youth

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 10. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 17. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 09, 2017

HB 2014: Collecting data on hunger in Washington state

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and referred to Appropriations, but never had a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5742: Concerning working connections child care eligibility for applicants or consumers enrolled in programs that will lead to a baccalaureate degree

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and on Feb 17th referred to Ways & Means. This bill did not move out of its committee before the cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 2013: Providing for the use of independent mediators to address adverse child care licensing decisions

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and referred to Appropriations. Had a public hearing in the House Appropriations Committee and is scheduled for executive session in Appropriations on Feb 24th at 10:00 AM, but no action was taken.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 2008: Addressing the budgeting process for core state services for children

Passed out of the House. Referred to the Senate Ways & Means Committee and had a public hearing on Mar 29, but was not scheduled for executive action before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5733: Improving student achievement by providing summer programs

Referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5728: Creating the young adult affordable health care program

Referred to the Senate Committee on Health Care, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5722: Restricting the practice of conversion therapy

Referred to Health Care, but did not have a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 1957: Establishing community appeals boards that review licensing decisions of the department of early learning

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on Feb 14th, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 1988: Implementing a vulnerable youth guardianship program

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 7. House concurred in Senate amendments. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 1931: Concerning the posting of child abuse and neglect mandated reporter requirements

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 10. Governor signed on Apr 25 and effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 1930: Concerning child custody

Passed out of the House and referred to the Senate Law & Justice Committee on Mar 9. The bill did not make it out of committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

HB 1943: Concerning child welfare court proceedings

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services on Feb 15th, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5694: Concerning the sealing of juvenile records

Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing, but did not come up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5706: Addressing parent-initiated behavioral health treatment for children aged thirteen to seventeen years old

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and on Mar 1 placed on second reading by the Rules Committee. Did not pass out of the Senate before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5709: Providing notification to parents when a minor accesses behavioral health services

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Feb 15th at 1:30 PM
Bill Feb 08, 2017

SB 5696: Concerning breakfast after the bell programs

Passed out of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee and on Feb 17th, on motion, referred to Ways & Means, but never had a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 08, 2017

Children's Mental Health

Providing greater access, early identification, effective and appropriate mental health services to children and youth will help reduce the need for more expensive services, such as emergency rooms and juvenile detention, and better ensure success in school and life.
Brief Feb 08, 2017

Family Visitation in the Child Welfare System

Frequent visitation between parents and their children in out-of-home care is linked to improved outcomes. Visitation also represents an untapped and vital opportunity to address child and family needs in order to improve visit quality and potentially receive a greater return on the investments made in visits each year.
Brief Feb 07, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 4

Legislative Update Feb 03, 2017

SB 5656: Concerning the goal of ending homelessness

Scheduled for executive session in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Feb 15th at 1:30 PM, no action was taken.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5588: Developing information concerning racial disproportionality

Passed out of the Senate Ways & Means Committee. Placed on second reading by the Rules Committee on Mar 1. Did not make it out of the Senate before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

HB 1883: Eliminating the placement of foster youth in hotel rooms or department offices

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5605: Aligning the office of the superintendent of public instructions background check authority with that of the department of early learning

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and referred to Ways & Means. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Feb 20th, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

HB 1875: Establishing a pilot project to license outdoor early learning and child care programs

Referred to Early Learning and Human Services, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5631: Concerning the University of Washington's alternative process for awarding contracts

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House. Signed by the Governor on Apr 25 and effective date is 6/30/17.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

HB 1861: Concerning the University of Washingtons alternative process for awarding contracts

Passed out of the House. Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Higher Education on Mar 14. This bill did not make it out of committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5650: Creating the safe streets pilot project

Referred to Law and Justice, but did not have a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5625: Allowing minors to consent to share their personally identifying information in the Washington homeless client management information system

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Feb 13th at 1:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5618: Concerning arrest of sixteen and seventeen year olds for domestic violence assault

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House on Apr 6. The Senate concurred in House amendments on Apr 17. Signed by the Governor on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 02, 2017

SB 5609: Addressing resource limitations for public assistance

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and on Feb 16th referred to Ways & Means, but never had a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5608: Allowing minors to consent to share their personally identifying information in the Washington homeless client management information system

Referred to Human Services/Mental Health, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5598: Granting relatives, including but not limited to grandparents, the right to seek visitation with a child through the courts

Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice on 1/18; LAW - Majority; do pass and Minority; do not pass. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on 1/19 Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 1/25 and was voted on by the Senate. The bill passed 44-5. Referred to House Judiciary on 1/29. SB5598 was heard in the House Committee on Judiciary on 2/15 at 1:30 p.m. It was amended and exec’d action on 2/22. Heard in Appropriations on 2/24 . Exec. action taken on 2/26; passed with amendment(s) by Judiciary and referred to Rules. Placed on second reading by Rules on 2/27. On 3/2, Amendment ruled beyond the scope and object of the bill and Committee amendment(s) adopted with no other amendments. Rules suspended and placed on third reading. Passed on third reading; yeas, 53; nays, 45; absent, 0; excused, 0. Vote on third reading reconsidered. Third reading passed; yeas, 56; nays, 42; absent, 0; excused, 0. On 3/6, Senate concurred in House amendments. Final passage passed; yeas, 43; nays, 6; absent, 0; excused, 0. After the Speaker and President of the Senate sign the bill it will be sent to the Governor for action. (updated 3/8)
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5596: Phasing out use of the valid court order exception to place youth in detention for noncriminal behavior

Referred to Human Services/Mental Health, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5580: Concerning professionals qualified to examine individuals in the mental health and substance use disorder treatment systems

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Feb 13th. Did not make it out of the Senate before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1825: Extending the timeline for completing a family assessment response, allowing the department of social and health services to complete a family assessment response upon the verbal agreement of a parent to participate, and defining disqualifying cr

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. Referred to Ways and Means on Mar 22, but was never scheduled for a public hearing before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1832: Concerning the commercially sexually exploited children statewide coordinating committee

Passed out of the House on Mar 2. Passed out of the Senate on Mar 30. Governor signed on Apr 14. Effective date 4/17/2017.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1831: Revising resource limitations for public assistance

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. Referred to Ways & Means, but was not scheduled for a public hearing before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1816: Concerning information sharing related to implementation of the homeless youth prevention and protection act of 2015

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 12. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1815: Concerning the rights of an alleged parent in dependency proceedings

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1814: Concerning notification requirements for the department of social and health services

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 10. House concurred in Senate amendments. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5663: Providing support for foster youth in obtaining drivers licenses and automobile liability insurance

Referred to Human Services, Mental Health & Housing, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date. (See HB 1808)
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1808: Providing support for foster youth in obtaining drivers licenses and automobile liability insurance

Passed out of the House on Mar 2. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 10. Governor signed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1797: Concerning encouraging affordable housing development and preservation by providing cities limited sales tax remittance for qualifying investments, providing cities and counties authority to use real estate excise taxes to support affordable hous

Passed out of the House Committee on Finance and referred to Rules 2 review on Mar 7. Did not make out of the House by the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1796: Providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace for pregnant women

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Labor and Sports. Passed out of Ways & Means and passed to Rules Committee, but never came up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1791: Authorizing the department of social and health services to assess and offer services to child sex trafficking victims

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1790: Concerning dependency petitions where the department of social and health services is the petitioner

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Mar 22. Passed to Rules for second reading on Mar 27, but did not come up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1784: Concerning creation of a certified child safety policy

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and on Feb 17 referred to House Appropriations Committee, but did not have a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1777: Concerning the financing of early learning facilities

Passed out of the House on Mar 8. Passed out of Senate Ways & Means on Mar 31. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Apr 4, but did not come up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff. (2nd special session: passed out of the House on May 25.)
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1758: Concerning the business of child care

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and referred to House Appropriations on Feb 17th. The bill did not come up for a hearing before the Fiscal Committee cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5613: Addressing confinement in juvenile rehabilitation facilities for juveniles convicted in adult court

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and on motion, referred to Ways & Means on Feb 16, but did not have a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1743: Addressing confinement in juvenile rehabilitation facilities for juveniles convicted in adult court

Passed out of House Appropriations and referred to Rules 2 review on Feb 24. March 2 placed on 2nd reading calendar. (Did not make it out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff.) Referred to Rules 2 consideration on Mar 13.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1735: Concerning the department of early learning's access to records and personal information for purposes of determining character and suitability of child care workers and individuals who have unsupervised access to children in child care setti

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1728: Protecting minors from sexual exploitation

Passed out of the House on Mar 1. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 5. Signed by the Governor on Apr 25, and effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5559: Implementing a vulnerable youth guardianship program

Passed out of the Senate Ways & Means. Placed on a second reading by the Rules Committee on Feb 28. Did not make it out of the Senate before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5531: Providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace for pregnant women

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Labor & Sports on Jan 30th at 1:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5529: Concerning dual language in early learning and K-12 education

Passed out of the Senate Ways & Means. Placed on second reading by the Rules Committee on Feb 28. Did not make it out of the Senate before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

HB 1819: Reducing certain documentation and paperwork requirements in order to improve childrens mental health and safety

Passed out of the House on Mar 1. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 5. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 18. Governor signed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

SB 5561: Regulating disclosure of information regarding treatment or care of minors

Referred to Health Care, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Feb 01, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 3

Legislative Update Jan 27, 2017

HB 1565: Health Coverage for young adults

Referred to the House Health and Wellness Committee, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1551: Equipment assistance grants to enhance student nutrition in public schools

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Apr 3, but never came up for executive session before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1523: Coverage of preventive services

Passed out of the House. Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health Care on Mar 14. The bill did not make it out of committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1522: Community Health Workers

Referred to House Health and Wellness, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1508: Promoting student health and readiness through meal and nutrition programs

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. Passed out of Ways & Means and passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Apr 4, but did not come up for a floor vote before Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1603: Updating the child support economic table

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Law & Justice Committee. Referred to Ways & Means, but was never scheduled for a public hearing before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5443: Concerning fiscal notes

Passed out of the Senate and had a public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on Mar 15. The bill did not make it out of its committee before the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5485: Collecting data on hunger in Washington state

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing and referred to Ways & Means on Feb 16th, but never came up for a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5490: Concerning notification requirements for the department of social and health services

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House Early Learning & Human Services Committee on Mar 28 and referred to Rules, but did not come up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff. (See companion bill HB 1814)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5484: Updating the early learning facilities fund program

Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on Feb 16th at 3:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1661: Creating the department of children, youth, and families

Passed out of the House on Mar 15. Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health and Housing on Mar 27. Passed out of the committee on Mar 28 and referred to Ways & Means. Returned to the House Rules Committee on Apr 23. Passed out of the House on May 2 (1st special session). Passed out of the House on May 25 (2nd special session).
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1704: Concerning doula services for incarcerated women

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness on Feb 3rd at 10:00 AM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1719: Updating certain department of early learning advising and contracting mechanisms to reflect federal requirements, legislative mandates, and planned system improvements

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 19. Governor signed on May 4. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1713: Implementing recommendations from the childrens mental health work group

Passed out of the House on Mar 1. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 12. Governor signed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1624: Concerning working connections child care eligibility for vulnerable children

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. House refused to concur in Senate amendments and asked Senate to recede from amendments on Apr 17. (2nd special session: Passed out of the House on May 25.)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5463: Protecting public safety through responsible storage of firearms

Referred to Law & Justice, but did not have a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5461: Authorizing the disestablishment of paternity responsibilities of a nonparent if genetic testing shows by clear and convincing evidence that a man is not the genetic father of a child

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Law & Justice and on Feb 17th passed to Rules Committee for second reading. Did not make it out of the Senate by the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1621: Providing funding allocations to promote childrens health and social-emotional learning

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Appropriations on Feb 15th at 3:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1618: Concerning family and community engagement coordinators

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Mar 30, but never came up for executive session before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1612: Creating a suicide-safer homes project account to support prevention efforts and develop strategies for reducing access to lethal means

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 17. Governor partially vetoed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1638: Concerning the provision of trauma-informed child care

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1630: Allowing minors to consent to share their personally identifying information in the Washington homeless client management information system

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Mar 28. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Mar 29, but did not come up for a floor vote before Opposite House cutoff. Returned to House Rules on Apr 23, and passed by the House on May 2 (1st special session). Passed out of the House on May 25 (2nd special session).
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1617: Concerning child welfare volunteer guardian ad litem program requirements

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and on Feb 17th was referred to Rules 2 review. Did not make it out of the House before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5482: Providing additional funding for the preservation and creation of affordable housing

Referred to Ways & Means, but never had a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1641: Concerning informed consent for nonemergency, outpatient, primary health care services for unaccompanied homeless youth under the federal McKinney-Vento homeless assistance act

Passed out of the House on Feb 27. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. The House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 17. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1639: Creating a specialized child care pilot program for vulnerable children

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services. Scheduled for executive session in the House Appropriations Committee on Feb 24th at 10:00 AM, but no action was taken.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1628: Concerning the educational success of youth in foster care

Referred to Education, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date. (There is a moving Senate Companion Bill 5241)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1633: Concerning the preservation of housing options for tenants

Passed out of the House Committee on Judiciary and Rules relieved of further consideration, placed on second reading on Feb 24. Did not make it out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5440: Establishing the legislative-executive Work First poverty reduction oversight task force

Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on Feb 15th at 3:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline. (See HB 1482) NOTE: $44,000 was included in the Senate budget for the Task Force per SB 5440.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5407: Concerning the preservation of housing options for tenants

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions & Insurance on Jan 31st at 8:00 AM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5399: Concerning the use of background checks for persons who work with children, persons with developmental disabilities, and vulnerable adults

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House Local Government Committee on Mar 28. Referred to Rules 2 review on Mar 29, but did not come up for a floor vote before Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5382: Authorizing the issuance of identicards at a reduced cost to applicants who are under the age of eighteen and without a permanent residence address

Passed out of the Senate on Mar 1. Passed out of the House on Apr 6. Governor signed on Apr 25, and effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1570: Concerning access to homeless housing and assistance

Passed out of House Appropriations and referred to Rules 2 review on Feb 24. Did not make it out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff, however was placed on the House 2nd reading calendar on April 5.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1569: Requiring the department of social and health services to request all necessary exemptions and waivers from the federal government to allow students to use electronic benefit transfer cards at institutions of higher education

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1566: Concerning the definition of work activity for the purposes of the WorkFirst program

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. Passed out of Ways & Means and passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Mar 31, but never came up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff. (See companion bill SB 5347.)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1563: Requiring school districts to adopt policies regarding the mandatory posting of the child abuse and neglect hotline

Referred to Education, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1557: Creating the safe streets pilot project

Passed out of the House Committee on Public Safety and Referred to Appropriations on Feb 13th, but did not have a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1554: Concerning parenting plans

Referred to Judiciary, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1543: Concerning parental rights and responsibilities of sexual assault perpetrators and survivors

Passed out of the House on Feb 27. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 20. Governor signed on May 5. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1542: Concerning dropout prevention through engaging youth in farming

Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Education on Feb 2nd, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1539: Regarding a curriculum for the prevention of sexual abuse of students

Referred to Education. (This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.) Had a public hearing in House Committee on Education on Mar 23.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1524: Increasing success in therapeutic courts

Passed out of the House and referred to the Senate Law & Justice on Mar 3. The bill did not make it out of committee before the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1518: Improving student achievement by promoting social emotional learning throughout the calendar year

Passed out of the House Committee on Education and on Feb 17th referred to the House Appropriations Committee
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1511: Concerning the learning assistance program

Passed out of the House Committee on Education and on Feb 17th referred to the House Appropriations Committee, but never had a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1451: Improving language access for public school students and families with limited English proficiency

Passed out of the House Committee on Education and Referred to Appropriations on Feb 13th, but never had a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5363: Concerning the appointment of counsel for youth in dependency court proceedings

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing on Jan 30th at 1:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date. (See Companion Bill: HB 1251)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5357: Establishing a pilot project to license outdoor early learning and child care programs

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House on Apr 7. Governor signed on May 4. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5353: Concerning foundational public health services

Passed out of the Senate Committee on Health Care and on Feb 17th referred to Ways & Means, but never had a hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline. (See HB 1432)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SB 5347: Concerning the definition of work activity for the purposes of the WorkFirst program

Passed out of the Senate on Apr 4. Passed out of the House on Apr 11. Signed by the Governor on Apr 27 and effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1491: Concerning pediatric transitional care centers

Passed out of the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and referred to Rules on Feb 15th. Did not make it out of the House before House of Origin cutoff. (See Companion Bill: SB 5152)
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1482: Establishing the legislative-executive WorkFirst poverty reduction oversight task force

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Apr 4 and executive session was scheduled, but no action was taken before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

HB 1445: Concerning dual language in early learning and K-12 education

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 12. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 18. Governor signed on May 8. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

SHB 1239: Concerning requests for medical records to support an application for social security benefits

Passed out of the House. Had a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health Care on Mar 13. This bill did not make it out of it committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 26, 2017

The Impact of Poverty on Children and Families

Policies aimed at reducing childhood poverty can yield positive benefits for Washington in terms of improved individual and family functioning, and increased economic self-sufficiency for future generations.
Brief Jan 25, 2017

Creating a new Department of Children, Youth and Families

Creating a new department in Washington State will reorganize and support effective programs and services into one agency that specifically serves children, youth and families, with a focus on prevention, well-being and the science of brain development.
Brief Jan 25, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 2

Legislative Update Jan 20, 2017

SB 5252: Addressing the effectiveness of document recording fee surcharge funds that support homeless programs

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs Committee and passed out of Appropriations on Apr 4. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee, but never came up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5299: Promoting healthy outcomes for pregnant women and infants

Had a public hearing on Jan 30th in Commerce, Labor & Sports, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5293: Concerning court-based and school-based efforts to promote attendance and reduce truancy

Passed out of the Senate on Mar 1. Passed out of the House on Apr 11. Delivered to the Governor on Apr 18. Governor vetoed the bill on May 16.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5295: Adding the use of shared leave for employees who are sick or temporarily disabled because of pregnancy disability or for the purposes of parental leave to bond with the employee's newborn, adoptive, or foster child

Referred to State Government, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1434: Adding the use of shared leave for employees who are sick or temporarily disabled because of pregnancy disability or for the purposes of parental leave to bond with the employees newborn, adoptive, or foster child

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate State Government Committee. Passed out of Ways & Means and passed to Rules Committee for second reading on Apr 3, but did not come up for a floor vote before the Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1432: Concerning foundational public health services

Passed the House. Passed out of the Senate Health Care Committee. Executive session scheduled in Ways & Means on Apr 4, but no action was taken before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff. (2nd special session: Passed out of the House on May 25.)
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1425: Creating the Washington next generation educational savings account pilot program

Passed out of the House Committee on Higher Education and on Feb 17th referred to the House Committee on Appropriations, but never had a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1424: Ensuring a parent or guardian has the authority to admit and keep a minor child into a treatment facility for chemical dependency treatment for fourteen days

Referred to Early Learning & Human Services, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5289: Modifying the infraction of and penalties for distracted driving

Passed out of the Senate. Passed out of the House on Apr 12. Senate refused to concur in House amendments, House receded from amendments, and Senate concurred on Apr 20. Governor partially vetoed on May 16. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1371: Modifying the infraction of and penalties for distracted driving

Passed out of the House. Passed out of Senate Transportation Committee and placed on second reading by Rules Committee on Apr 4, but did not make it to a floor vote before Opposite House cutoff.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1377: Improving students mental health by enhancing nonacademic professional services

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. Had a public hearing in Ways & Means on Mar 30, but was not scheduled for executive session before the opposite house fiscal committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1215: Authorizing innovation schools

Referred to Education, but had not been scheduled for a hearing. (This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.) Had a public hearing in the House Committee on Education on Mar 9.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5152: Concerning pediatric transitional care centers

Passed out of the Senate on Feb 23. Passed out of the House on Apr 5. Governor signed on May 10. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5155: Concerning suspension and expulsion of kindergarten and early elementary school students

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status and moved to Rules White Sheet on 1/8 Placed on second reading by Rules Committee on 1/18. The bill has not yet come up for a vote. SB5155 did not come up for a vote in the Senate prior to cut-off and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1379: Implementing a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention and behavioral health in higher education

Passed out of the House Committee on Higher Education and was referred to Appropriations on Feb 13th, but never had a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1365: Requiring the use of trained meeting facilitators in certain planning meetings involving children, parents, caregivers, and others

Passed out of Early Learning & Human Services Committee and on Feb 9th referred to Appropriations
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1366: Concerning family reunification in the child welfare process

Passed out of House Appropriations and referred to Rules 2 review on Feb 24. Did not make it out of the House before House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1314: Concerning health care authority auditing practices

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 17. Governor signed on May 8. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5241: Concerning the educational success of youth in foster care

Passed out of the Senate on Feb 27. Passed out of the House on Apr 5. Signed by the Governor on Apr 17. Effective date 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1312: Requiring the department of social and health services to collect and publicly report information on the safe surrender of newborn children

This bill had a public hearing on Jan 31st in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date. (See Senate Companion Bill 5522)
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1306: Authorizing the termination of all legal responsibilities of a nonparent if genetic testing shows by clear and convincing evidence that a man is not the genetic father of a child

Referred to Judiciary, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SB 5163: Addressing unknown changes to the federal affordable care act and the four-year balanced budget requirement

​Referred to Ways & Means, but never had a public hearing. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1290: Removing references to faith-based exemptions regarding criminal mistreatment of children and vulnerable adults

This bill had a public hearing in the House Committee on Judiciary on Jan 25th at 8:00 AM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1265: Providing tax relief to females by exempting feminine hygiene products from retail sales and use taxes

Referred to Finance, but never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

SHB 1251: Concerning the appointment of counsel for youth in dependency court proceedings

Referred to Appropriations. Scheduled for a public hearing and executive session in the House Appropriations Committee on Feb 24th at 10:00 AM, but no action was taken. The bill failed however, a possible budget proviso to be included in the budget is underway.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1197: Concerning respite services for caregivers of people with mental illness

Referred to Health Care & Wellness, but was not scheduled for a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

HB 1236: Encouraging courts to require that children subject to truancy petitions complete and submit assignments

Referred to House Judiciary Committee, and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 19, 2017

2017 Legislative Update - Week 1

Legislative Update Jan 13, 2017

HB 1170: Maintaining and facilitating court-based and school-based efforts to promote attendance and reduce truancy.

Passed out of the House. Passed out of the Senate on Apr 11. House concurred in Senate amendments on Apr 17. Governor signed on May 16. Effective date is 7/23/17.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5105: Streamlining foster care licensing

Referred to Committee on Human Services, Mental Health & Housing. The bill has not been scheduled for a hearing and did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5093: Providing tax relief to females by exempting feminine hygiene products from retail sales and use tax.

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on Feb 2 at 3:30 PM, but never came up for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5092: Designating the revenue from the sales and use tax on feminine hygiene products to the women helping women grant program.

Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means on Feb 2nd, but it was never scheduled for a vote. This bill did not make it out of its committee by the cutoff deadline.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5066: Concerning state budgeting through zero-based budget reviews.

Passed out of the Senate, and had a public hearing in the House Appropriations Committee on Mar 15. The bill did not make it out of the committee by the policy committee cutoff.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5032: Implementing family and medical leave insurance.

Referred to Commerce, Labor & Sports, but was not scheduled for a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5065 : Concerning government performance and accountability

Passed out of the Ways & Means Committee and on Feb 28 placed on second reading by Rules Committee. Did not make it out of the Senate before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SB 5050: Banning the sale of assault weapons and large capacity magazines

Referred to Law & Justice, but was not scheduled for a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

HB 1054: Concerning the age of individuals at which ale or distribution of tobacco and vapor products may be made

Passed out of the House Committee on Finance and referred to Rules 2 review on Apr 4.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

SJR 8200: Amending the Constitution to provide for a system of publicly funded schools.

Referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. The SJR has not been scheduled for a hearing, and did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

HB 1047: Protecting the public’s health by creating a system for safe and secure collection and disposal of unwanted medications

Passed out of House Appropriations and referred to Rules 2 review on Feb 24. (Did not make it out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff.) Mar 13 referred to Rules 2 consideration.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

HB 1021: Funding education first

Referred to Appropriations and never had a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

HB 1011: Allowing the use of gender-segregated facilities

Referred to Judiciary Committee, but has not been scheduled for a hearing. This bill did not move out of its committee before the Policy Committee Cutoff date.
Bill Jan 12, 2017

HB 1122: Protecting public safety through responsible storage of firearms

Passed out of the House Committee on Judiciary and on Feb 17th referred to Rules 2 review. Did not make it out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff.
Bill Jan 11, 2017

Feasibility of Connecting, a substance-abuse prevention program for foster teens and their caregivers.

Pilot study testing the feasibility, usability, and outcomes of Connecting, an adaptation of Staying Connected with Your Teen (a low-cost, self-directed, family-based substance-use prevention program) with foster families shows promising results for this adapted program.
Publication Nov 23, 2016

POC's Jen Kitajo Receives UW School of Social Work Staff Recognition Award

We are proud to announce that POC's operations specialist, Jen Kitajo, received the Mary Grembowski Staff Recognition Award for her 14 years of service at the School of Social Work, nearly five of which have been with Partners for Our Children.
Blog Jul 05, 2016

Finding Affordable, Innovative Ways to Harness Technology to Combat Homelessness

POC's executive director, Benjamin de Haan, contributes to an article exploring how technology could be better harnessed to prevent youth homelessness.
News Jun 30, 2016

A Game Changer in Improving Systems for Youth

POC's Jim Theofelis shares his experience working with young adults who are homeless and what he believes could be a game changer in the field.
Blog Jun 20, 2016

Join Us For A Poverty Forum

Partners for Our Children is pleased to partner with the Washington State Budget & Policy Center to host a Forum on Poverty: The Impact on Children and Families on May 26th, 12:00-4:00 PM at the Navos Community Center in Burien.
Blog May 05, 2016

Strive: Where Are We Today?

When we started on the path of developing an open source parenting program, we could only hope that Strive would become what it is today. We still have a lot of work to do, but one thing we know for sure is: we’ve tapped into something that everyone seems desperate for.
Blog Apr 19, 2016

Legislative Update - Special Session - Week 3 (Sine Die!)

Legislative Update Apr 01, 2016

Top 7 Reasons Oliver Will Improve Social Services

There are many reasons we believe Oliver will improve social services, but we decided to start with “Top 7 Reasons Oliver Will Improve Social Services” from the service provider perspective.
Blog Mar 23, 2016

Legislative Update - Special Session - Week 1

Legislative Update Mar 18, 2016

SB 6671: Relating to the review of state and local homelessness prevention, assistance, and housing efforts

SB 6671 was heard in Ways and Means and is now in Senate Rules. The bill died in Senate Rules.
Bill Mar 09, 2016

HB 3006: Relating to fully accounting for the cost of basic education by including the costs currently paid through local levies in the four year outlook

HB 3006 was referred to House Appropriations on March 8th but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Dead.
Bill Mar 09, 2016

Legislative Update - Week 8

Legislative Update Mar 04, 2016

Legislative Update - Week 7

Legislative Update Feb 26, 2016

SB 5915: Relating to fiscal notes

The bill passed the Senate, 49-0 and has been referred to the House Appropriations committee; it was not scheduled for a hearing and was referred back to Senate Rules. The bill died on the Senate's 3rd reading calendar
Bill Feb 23, 2016

SB 5728: Relating to permitting opt-out screening for HIV infection

The Governor signed SB 5728 into law.
Bill Feb 23, 2016

HB 2995: Relating to the four-year balanced budget process

Referred to the House Appropriations committee. It was not scheduled for a hearing or moved out of Appropriations and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 23, 2016

Legislative Update - Week 6

Legislative Update Feb 19, 2016

Governor Inslee Announces Plans for a Separate Children and Families Department

Governor Jay Inslee announced a transformative shift for how services will be delivered to children and families in Washington State – a shift that Partners for Our Children has supported for many years.
Blog Feb 18, 2016

Legislative Update - Week 5

Legislative Update Feb 16, 2016

Can Innovation Improve Lives of Vulnerable Children and Families?

POC's executive director shares how technological innovation is critical within social services.
News Feb 16, 2016

SB 6658: Relating to granting relatives, including but not limited to grandparents, the right to seek visitation with a child through the courts

The bill was referred to the Senate Law & Justice committee on February 12. No further action has been taken. Dead.
Bill Feb 15, 2016

HB 1553: Encouraging certificates of restoration of opportunity

During the 2015 session, the bill passed in the House, 97 - 0 but died in the Senate Law & Justice committee. During the 2016 session, the bill has been reintroduced and retained in its current status. It has been referred to House Rules. The bill was pulled in Rules and voted on by the House. The vote was 97 in favor, 1 excused. The bill was heard and exec'd in Law and Justice, sent to Rules, pulled in Rules and passed unanimously by the Senate. HB 1553 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Feb 10, 2016

SB 6647: Relating to responding to the crisis of homelessness in Washington

SB 6647 was heard in Ways and Means but not exec'd. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Feb 09, 2016

Legislative Update - Week 4

Legislative Update Feb 05, 2016

HB 2515: Concerning the reimbursement rate primary care providers receive to participate in Medicaid

HB 2515 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

SB 6272: Concerning the reimbursement rate primary care providers receive to participate in Medicaid

SB 6272 was amended and exec'd out of the Senate Health Care Committee and referred to Ways and Means. The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 2366: Concerning basic education obligations

HB 2366 passed the House and was referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee. The bill was not heard or exec'd so it is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 1794: Concerning early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families

HB 1794 was initially introduced in 2015. The bill passed out of the Early Learning and Human Services Committee and went to Rules. It did not come out of Rules. In 2016 the bill was reintroduced and remains in Rules. Dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

SB 6530: Providing public notices of public health, safety, and welfare in a language other than English

SB 6530 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

SB 5065: Improving educational opportunities for homeless students through increased state-funded in-school supports, housing stability, and reporting.

SB 5065 was initially introduced in 2015. It passed out of the Early Learning and K-12 Committee and was sent to Ways and Means. The bill did not come out of Ways and Means and retained its status there. In 2016 the bill remains in Ways and Means and therefore is dead. 1682, the House version of the bill, passed and has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

SB 5437: Concerning breakfast after the bell programs

SB 5437 was introduced in 2015, passed out of the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee as well as the Ways and Means Committee, was sent to Rules but never got out of Rules. In 2016 the bill was retained in Senate Rules and therefore is dead.http://www.partnersforourchildren.org/admin/config/date
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 2964: Relating to eliminating lunch copays for students who qualify for reduced-price lunches

HB 2964 was passed by the House, heard and passed in the Senate Early Learning/K-12 Committee, and referred to Ways and Means. The bill was not heard or passed in Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 2183: Relating to a curriculum for the prevention of sexual abuse for students

HB 2183 was introduced in the 2015 session but did not come out of the House Education Committee and was retained in its present status. In 2016 the bill was heard, amended and exec'd in the Education Committee and referred to Appropriations. It was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

SB 6592: Relating to providing adequate time for tenants to relocate due to a rent increase

SB 6592 was referred to the Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 2597: Relating to sexual abuse response plans

HB 2597 passed the House and Senate and has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 1565: Concerning the preservation of housing options for participants in government assistance programs

HB 1565 passed the House and referred to the Senate Human Services Committee. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 2957: Relating to the custody and placement of juveniles

HB 2957 was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 02, 2016

HB 2958: Ensuring a parent or guardian has authority to admit and keep a minor child into a treatment facility for chemical dependency treatment for fourteen days

HB 2958 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 01, 2016

SB 6629: Relating to providing a sales and use tax exemption for certain feminine hygiene products

SB 6629 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Feb 01, 2016

ESHB 1295: Relating to breakfast after the bell programs in certain public schools

In 2016 HB 1295 was heard, amended and exec'd in both the House Education and Appropriations committees. It was passed by the House and will be heard and passed in the Senate Early Learning K-12 Committee. The bill was referred to Ways and Means. It was heard but not exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Feb 01, 2016

HB 2944: Relating to children and psychotropic medication

HB 2944 was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but was not heard. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Feb 01, 2016

SHB 1408: Relating to developing a definition and model for family engagement coordinator and other terms used interchangeable with it

SHB 1408 passed the Senate and was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Feb 01, 2016

Legislative Update - Week 3

Legislative Update Jan 29, 2016

SB 6598: Relating to working connections child care eligibility for vulnerable children

SB 6598 was heard and exec'd in the Senate Early Learning/K-12 committee. The bill was heard in the Ways and Means committee but was not exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 28, 2016

SB 6603: Relating to providing for suicide awareness and prevention education for safer homes

SB 6603 was referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing committee but was not heard or exec'd out of committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 28, 2016

HB 2939: Relating to requiring the department of social and health services to collect and publicly report information on the safe surrender of newborn children

HB 2939 was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 28, 2016

SB 6494: Relating to increasing access to adequate and appropriate mental health services for children and youth

SB 6494 was heard in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health, and Housing Committee; the bill was exec'd out of this committee on February 5th and referred to Ways & Means. The bill was heard, amended and exec'd of Ways and Means on February 8th and was referred to Rules. It was pulled in Rules but did not come up for a vote on the Senate floor and therefore is dead. The House companion, HB 2439, was passed by the legislature and signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 28, 2016

HB 2024: Relating to the use of student housing facilities at the institutions of higher education by homeless students

HB 2024 was initially introduced in 2015 and referred to the House Higher Ed Committee. The bill did not move out of the Higher Ed committee in 2015 and retained its status in 2016. It did not come up for a hearing in the House Higher Ed Committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

HB 2906: Relating to strengthening opportunities for the rehabilitation and reintegration of juvenile offenders

The Senate amended and passed HB 2906 and sent the bill back to the House for concurrence. The House concurred and the bill has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

SB 6586: Relating to requiring the Department of Social and Health Services to collect and publicly report information on the safe surrender of newborn children

SB 6586 was herd in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing Committee but was not exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

HB 2677: Relating to clarifying which counties may provide and maintain detention rooms and detention houses

HB 2677 was heard in the House Early Learning and K-12 committee but was not exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

HB 2915: Relating to notification requirements for the Department of Social and Human Services

HB 2915 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

HB 2927: Relating to telemedicine and integrated behavioral health care training

HB 2927 was referred to the House Health and Wellness committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

HB 2926: Relating to providing public notices of public health, safety, and welfare in a language other than English

HB 2926 was referred to the House Public Safety committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

HB 2874: Relating to income eligibility for temporary assistance for needy families

HB 2874 was heard and exec'd in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee. It was then heard and exec'd out of House Appropriations and has been referred to Rules. The bill did not come out of Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 27, 2016

SB 6559: Relating to progressive income tax

SB 6559 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Dead.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

SB 6557: Relating to reestablishing the juvenile justice partnership council under the administrative office of the courts

SB 6557 was referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

SB 5752: Relating to information concerning racial disproportionality

SB 5752 did not get out of Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

HB 2076: Relating to information concerning racial disproportionality

HB 2076 did not get out of House Rules prior to the cut-off. Therefore it is dead.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

SB 6372: Relating to counties providing and maintaining detention rooms or detention houses

SB 6372 was heard in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing Committee but did not come up for exec action. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

SB 6391: Relating to background checks in emergency placement situations requested by tribes

SB 6391 died on the Senate floor (was not voted on). It is now in the Senate X files. HB 2694, the House companion, passed and was signed into law by the Governor. It goes into effect on June 9, 2016.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

SB 6497: Relating to court-based and school-based intervention and prevention efforts to promote attendance and reduce truancy

SB 6497 died in House Rules. HB 2449 was signed into law (partial veto -- Section 1, the intent section; and sections 13-15 and section 21 -- all dealing with the use of Learning Assistance Program dollars to implement strategies related to truancy.
Bill Jan 26, 2016

POC's Top Blog Posts of 2015

We took a look at what you were most interested on our blog in 2015. Turns out, it's a very well-rounded list - everything from event recaps to analyzing data trends to updates on new policies.
Blog Jan 26, 2016

SB 6529: Relating to strengthening opportunities for the rehabilitation and reintegration of juvenile offenders

SB 6529 was referred to the House Transportation committee following passage by the Early Learning/Human Services Committee. It passed out of Transportation, was pulled in Rules, and passed by the House. It was amended in the House and went back to the Senate for concurrence/dispute. It does not appear to have come up for concurrence and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

HB 2878: Relating to creating a penalty assessment for crimes involving the abuse of children used to support child advocacy

HB 2878 did not get out of Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6524: Relating to factors to be considered when sentencing youth in adult criminal court for crimes committed as minors

SB 6524 did not come up for a vote before cut-off and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6543: Relating to children and psychotropic medication

SB 6543 was referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health, and Housing Committee but was never heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6535: Relating to the distribution of supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits

The bill was referred to the Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/14)
Bill Jan 25, 2016

HB 2877: Relating to the distribution of supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits

First reading, referred to Early Learning & Human Services on 1/19 The bill was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. (updated 2/15)
Bill Jan 25, 2016

Children's Mental Health

This 2016 brief provides key facts on mental health issues related to children - how many are affected, how many receive the care they need, what level of mental health coverage is available, and more.
Brief Jan 25, 2016

HB 2830: Relating to fiscal notes

HB 2830 was heard in Appropriations but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead. Efforts were made to include language related to fiscal notes included in the budget; however, it was not.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6518: Relating to creating a Department of Housing

SB 6518 was heard and exec'd in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing committee. It then went to Ways and Means, however, did not get scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6495: Relating to notification requirements for the Department of Social and Human Services

SB 6495 did not get out of Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

HB 2834: Relating to implementing the homeless youth prevention and protection act of 2015

HB 2834 was on the Senate floor calendar but never came up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 5879: Relating to early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families

SB 5879 was heard and exec'd in the House Early Learning and Human Services committee, pulled in Rules, and passed by the House. The bill was amended in the Early Learning and Human Services Committee so will go back to the Senate for concurrence/dispute. The Senate concurred with the House amendments and the bill has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6477: Relating to a business and occupation tax deduction for chemical dependency services provided by a health or social welfare organization

SB 6477 was heard and passed in Ways and Means and was referred to Senate Rules. It did not move out of Senate rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

SB 6481: Relating to establishing the Washington promise program

SB 6481 was referred to the Senate Higher Education Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

HB 2811: Relating to tenant screening, evictions, and refunds under the residential landlord-tenant act

HB 2811 did not come up for a vote on the House floor and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 25, 2016

Poverty & Involvement in the Child Welfare System

This 2016 brief provides key facts on the intersection between poverty and involvement in the child welfare system, as well as policy recommendations to ensure family economic security.
Brief Jan 24, 2016

HB 2820: Relating to establishing the Washington promise program which provides for universal and affordable access to community and technical colleges for all Washingtonians

HB 2820 was heard in the House Appropriations Committee but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 21, 2016

HB 2746: Relating to mental health and chemical dependency treatment for juvenile offenders

HB 2746 passed the House and the Senate and has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HJR 4213: Requiring the referral of a constitutional amendment that requires a two-thirds vote of the legislature for tax increases

HJR was referred to the House Finance Committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. The bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6413: Relating to tenant screening, evictions, and refunds under the residential landlord-tenant act

SB 6413 passed in House Judiciary, pulled in Rules and passed by the House. The bill was amended by the Judiciary Committee so will likely go back to the Senate for concurrence/dispute. The Senate concurred with the House amendments and the bill has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6422: Relating to providing affordable housing for all

SB 6422 was heard in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing committee but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6423: Relating to improving budgeting through zero-based budget reviews

SB 6423 was heard and passed in the Senate Accountability and Reform Committee and referred to Ways and Means. The bill was not heard or passed in Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6432: Relating to evaluation student mental health services and providing students with skills that promote mental health and well-being and increase academic performance

SB 6432 was heard in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee but not exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6442: Relating to enacting the equal pay opportunity act by amending and enhancing enforcement of the equal pay act and protecting worker communications about wages and employment opportunities

SB 6442 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2749: Relating to the expansion of dates concerning measuring performance and performance-based contracting of the child welfare system

HB 2749 was signed by the Governor on April 1st.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2791: Relating to the Washington statewide reentry council

HB 2791 was heard and passed in Ways and Means, referred to Senate rules, but has yet to be pulled in Rules. The bill was pulled and passed by the Senate. The House concurred with the Senate amendments and the bill has been delivered to the governor. HB 2791 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2793: Relating to providing for suicide awareness and prevention education for safer homes

HB 2793 was passed by the Senate and will likely go back to the Senate for concurrence/dispute. The House concurred with the Senate amendments and the bill has been delivered to the Governor. The Governor signed the bill into law.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 5378: Concerning the preservation of housing options for participants in government assistance programs

SB 5378 was heard in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health & Housing committee but was not exec’d and therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6382: Extending dates concerning measuring performance and performance-based contracting of the child welfare system

SB 6382 was did not get out of Rules and therefore is dead. HB 2749, the House companion, was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6383: Concerning the requirements for filing a petition for a superior court to deal with a dependent child

SB 6383 did not get out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SJR 8211: Amending the Constitution to require a two-thirds majority vote of the legislature to raise taxes

SJR 8211 failed in the Senate as it needed a 2/3 majority and did not receive that. The resolution died.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 1541: Implementing strategies to close the educational opportunity gap, based on the recommendations of the educational opportunity gap oversight and accountability committee

HB 1541 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2713: Designating the revenue from the sales and use tax on feminine hygiene products to the women helping women grant program

HB 2713 was referred to the House Appropriations committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2728: Establishing the reading coaches grant program

HB 2728 was referred to the House Education committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2716: Concerning working connections child care eligibility for vulnerable children

HB 2716 was heard in Ways and Means but does not appear to have been exec'd. Therefore the bill is dead. Efforts were made to include language related to 2716 in the budget; however, it was not.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2662: Creating the Washington next generation educational savings account program

HB 2662 was heard and exec'd in the House Higher Education committee. It was referred to Appropriations but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6368: Creating a pilot project to provide middle and junior high school students strategic and intentional academic support beyond the traditional school day to promote accountability and responsibility

SB 6368 was referred to the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education committee and was heard on Feb. 1st at 1:30. It was not brought up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6370: Concerning the Department of Early Learnings access to records and personal information for purposes of determining character and suitability of child care workers

SB 6370 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead. Work related to this issue will take place during the interim.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2656: Improving state budgeting through zero-based budget reviews.

HB 2656 was referred to the House Appropriations committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. The bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6371: Concerning the definition of agency for purposes of early learning programs

SB 6371 passed the House and has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6364: Expanding the categories of offenses eligible for the parenting program with the department of corrections

SB 6364 was referred to the Senate Law & Justice committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2694: Concerning background checks in emergency placement situations requested by tribes

HB 2694 was pulled in Rules and passed by the Senate. The bill had been amended and will return to the Senate for concurrence/dispute. The House concurred with the Senate amendments and the bill has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2690: Creating a pilot project to provide middle and junior high school students strategic and intentional academic support beyond the traditional school day to promote accountability and responsibility

HB 2690 was heard in the House Education committee but does not appear to have been exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2671: Concerning the definition of agency for purposes of early learning programs

HB 2671 was pulled in Rules and placed on the House floor calendar but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead. The companion, SB 6371, was signed into law.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2668: Vacating convictions arising from offenses committed as a result of being a victim of trafficking, promoting prostitution, or promoting commercial sexual abuse of a minor

HB 2668 did not get out of House Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2621: Concerning the Department of Early Learnings access to records and personal information for purposes of determining character and suitability of child care workers

HB 2621 was passed by the House but it appears that it was not heard in the Senate Early Learning/K-12 committee. Therefore the bill is dead. It is expected that efforts will take place during the interim to address the issues identified in the bill.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SHB 1999: Coordinating services and programs for foster youth in order to improve educational outcomes

HB 1999 was passed in Ways and Means, pulled in Rules and voted on by the Senate. The bill passed and has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

SB 6329: Creating the parent to parent program for individuals with developmental disabilities

SB 6329 passed the House; it is unclear if there were amendments that would require the bill to go back to the Senate for concurrence/dispute. The House concurred with the Senate amendments and the bill has been delivered to the Governor. It is interesting to note that the House companion has also been delivered to the Governor! The Governor vetoed SB 6329 and signed HB 2394, the companion, into law.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2607: Concerning integrated student services and family engagement.

HB 2607 was referred to the House Education committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2609: Concerning educator cultural competence

HB 2609 was referred to the House Education committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 2591: Notifying foster parents of dependency hearings and their opportunity to be heard in those hearings

HB 2591 was pulled in Rules and passed by the Senate. It has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 20, 2016

HB 1734: Relating to creation of the one family one team public-private court innovation demonstration

HB 1734 was originally introduced on Jan. 27th, 2015. The bill passed out of the Judiciary Committee but did not pass out of House Appropriations. It was referred back to House Judiciary; however, a proviso was included in the budget that established a public-private partnership to develop a plan for a dependency court improvement pilot. For the 2016 session, HB 1734 is currently in House Judiciary and was heard on Jan. 19th at 10:00. It was not exec'd and therefore is dead. The House budget includes $500,000 for implementation of the pilot. There is no funding in the final budget.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6246: Proposed supplemental budget by Governor

SB 6246 was amended and passed by the Senate. It is now in Appropriations. The House bill is the Supplemental budget vehicle. It has not yet been acted upon by the Governor.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 1682: Relating to homeless student stability and opportunities

The House concurred with the Senate amendments to HB 1682. It has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SCR 8405: Relating to the name change of state office building

SCR 8405 was pulled in Rules but did not come up for a vote. The bill was put in the X files. Dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6243: Relating to a training program for educators and parents to develop student social and emotional skills to help prevent youth suicide

SB 6243 passed the Senate, was referred to the House Education Committee, passed by the Ed Committee, sent to Appropriations but not heard and therefore is dead. However, when HB 2439, the youth mental health bill went back to the Senate after the House did not concur with the Senate amendments, they included the contents of SB 6243 onto HB 2439. So, while SB 6243 died, its substance lived on through HB 2439. Another example of how a bill is not really dead until they adjourn sine die! It appears, however, that this section of HB 2439 is dependent upon funding and it is unclear if such funding was allocated in the budget.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6249: Relating to host home programs

SB 6249 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead. The House companion did pass and was signed into law.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6244: Relating to implementing strategies to close the educational opportunity gap

SB 6244 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2394: Relating to creating the parent to parent program for individuals with developmental disabilities

HB 2394 was amended and exec'd in Senate Human Services Committee, pulled in Rules, passed by the Senate and will (likely) return to the House for concurrence/dispute. The House concurred and the bill has signed into law by the Governor. Note: The Senate bill also made its way to the Governor but was vetoed.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2396: Relating to access to nonemergency, outpatient, primary health care services for unaccompanied homeless youth under the federal McKinney-Vento homeless assistance act

HB 2396 did not get out of the Senate Health Care Committee; however, it was amended onto HB 1682, which passed the Senate and will return to the House for concurrence/dispute. The House concurred with the changes made by the Senate (including the inclusion of HB 2396) and HB 1682 has been signed into law by the Governor, including the language from HB 2396.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2483: Relating to protecting minors from sexual exploitation

HB 2483 was heard in the Senate Law and Justice Committee; however, was not exec'd and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2479: Relating to investing in education by modifying and improving the fairness of the Washington excise tax system by narrowing or eliminating tax preferences

HB 2479 was referred to the House Finance committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is likely dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2449: Relating to court-based and school-based intervention and prevention efforts to promote attendance and reduce truancy

HB 2449 was amended and passed by the Senate and will go back to the House for concurrence. The House concurred and the bill was signed into law. NOTE: It was anticipated that aspects of the bill would be vetoed, however, information regarding the veto has not been posted as of this writing. Please check leg.wa.gov, bill information, HB 2449 for updates.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2440: Relating to host home programs for youth

HB 2440 was amended and passed by the Senate and will go back to the House for concurrence. The House concurred and the bill was signed into law by the Governor on April 1st.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2411: Relating to removing the marriage element from the crime of rape of a child in the first degree

HB 2411 was referred to the House Public Safety committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2439: Relating to increasing access to adequate and appropriate mental health services for children and youth

HB 2439 was signed into law by the Governor. Funding was included in the budget for the PAL Plus pilot (one site), and the survey of school based mental health services. Note: The Governor has not yet taken action on the supplemental budget.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2376: Proposed supplemental budget by Governor

HB 2376 has been delivered to the Governor but as of this writing, has not been signed. The Governor has 20 days from the date it was delivered to him to act on the budget. Check leg.wa.gov for updates with respect to any vetoes the Governor may do. NOTE: A separate budget document will be posted as soon as possible.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2378: Relating to the caseload forecast council

HB 2378 did not come out of House Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2373: Relating to evaluating student mental health services and providing students with skills that promote mental health and well-being and increase academic performance

HB 2373 was heard and exec'd in the House Education committee. It was referred to Appropriations but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2300: Relating to protecting the personal information of a person acting as a guardian ad litem

HB 2300 was heard and passed in Senate Human Services. It was referred to Rules was not pulled. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SJR 8208: Requiring a two-thirds majority vote of the legislature to raise taxes, a majority vote to raise certain fees, and no advisory vote by the people on tax legislation

SJR 8208 was referred to the Senate Government Operations and Security committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. The bill is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SJR 8209: Requiring legislative action that raises taxes be approved by at least a two-thirds vote of both the senate and house of representatives

SJR 8209 was referred to the Senate Government Operations and Security committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6192: Relating to implementing strategies to close the educational opportunity gap, based on the recommendations of the educational opportunity gap oversight and accountability committee

SB 6192 was heard in the Senate Early Learning & K-12 Education committee but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6195: Relating to basic education obligations; creating new sections

SB 6195 has passed the House and Senate and has been signed by the Governor. The law went into effect on 2/29/16.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2313: Relating to protecting youth from tobacco products and vapor products by increasing the minimum legal age of sale of tobacco and vapor products

HB 2313 was heard and exec'd in House Health and Wellness. It was referred to Appropriations but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6157: Relating to protecting youth from tobacco products and vapor products by increasing the minimum legal age of sale of tobacco and vapor products

SB 6157 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor committee and was scheduled for a hearing on Feb.1st at 1:30. The bill was not exec'd out of committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6279: Relating to the caseload forecast council

SB 6279 was heard in the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for exec action. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6298: Relating to homeless student stability and opportunities

SB 6298 was heard, amended and exec'd in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee and is now in Ways and Means. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead. The House companion did pass (HB 1682)!
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2518: Relating to reducing intergenerational poverty

HB 2518 was referred to Ways and Means but not heard and therefore the bill is dead. Work is underway to include language in the budget (proviso). Language was not included in the budget proviso; however, the Legislative task force on TANF may address intergenerational poverty ala HB 2518.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

SB 6310: Relating to promoting the safety of children and communities through responsible storage of firearms

SB 6310 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2511: Relating to child care center licensing requirements

HB 2511 was heard and passed by the Senate EL/K-12 Committee, referred and pulled in Rules, and is awaiting a vote in the Senate. The Senate passed the bill and the House concurred with the Senate amendments. HB 2511 has been delivered to the Governor for action. HB 2511 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2513: Relating to encouraging courts to require that children subject to truancy petitions complete and submit assignments

HB 2513 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

HB 2537: Relating to periodic review of state spending programs

HB 2537 died in the House Appropriations Committee.
Bill Jan 15, 2016

You Asked. We Listened. The New and Improved Data Portal.

The new and improved Child Well-Being Data Portal was designed so you can more quickly and easily find the information you need.
Blog Jan 14, 2016

Family Visitation in the Child Welfare System

This updated 2016 policy brief provides background on visitation for parents and their children in foster care, an overview of research findings on visitation and policy recommendations for visitation.
Brief Jan 14, 2016

A Separate Children's Department in Washington State

This 2016 policy brief provides an overview of why creating a separate Children's Department in Washington State would be a better way to serve children and families.
Brief Jan 01, 2016

Oliver Will Soon Be Helping Runaway and Homeless Youth

We are excited to announce that Partners for Our Children recently received a $500,000 grant from the Raikes Foundation to support the extension of Oliver into the runaway and homeless youth sector.
Blog Dec 30, 2015

POC's Poverty & Child Welfare Forum

On December 8, 2015, POC hosted the Poverty & Child Welfare Forum, which brought together practitioners, advocates, researchers, and others engaged in child welfare and anti-poverty work in Washington state.
Blog Nov 19, 2015

Maintaining the Bond Between Parents in Prison and Their Children

An interview on The Impact with POC's Mark Eddy on maintaining the bond between parents in prison and their children.
News Nov 05, 2015

Supervised Visits: An Opportunity to Engage Parents on Multiple Fronts

Engaging parents in the child welfare process is critical, but it can be a challenge for a number of reasons. That's why we've focused on strengthening parent-child engagement through the Strive Supervised Visitation Program.
Blog Oct 23, 2015

UW School of Social Work Taps Technology to Help Curb Suicide and Improve Child Welfare

Geekwire explores how the UW School of Social Work is using technology to solve important social issues, including a new technology solution created by POC.
News Sep 30, 2015

Frontiers of Innovation Forum: A Recap

In July, alongside Children’s Home Society of Washington and the Washington State Frontiers of Innovation / DSHS, we participated in a presentation on the Innovations Clusters (FOI programs) as well as the System and Policy Level work currently underway.
Blog Aug 27, 2015

Nothing Scary About Outliers

A close look at how new measures and data analysis will allow us to better quantify and understand the experiences of children and families in the child welfare system.
Blog Aug 19, 2015

2015 - 2017 Final Budget Chart

Now that the legislative session has finally wrapped, we've put together a chart that compares the 2015-2017 Biennial Budget Proposals around specific items related to children and families.
Legislative Update Aug 12, 2015

2015 Legislative Session in Review: A Long but Good Year for Children and Families

After three special sessions the 2015 legislative session has finally come to an end. Overall, we are thrilled that the final budget and several bills support vulnerable children and families in Washington state.
Blog Jul 29, 2015

What Does Age Have to Do With Adoption?

How does the age of birth mothers compare to the age of adoptive mothers? We take a close look at this question and the percentage of adoptions by age of the child.
Blog Jul 17, 2015

Welcome to Our New Website

Our new website aims to provide easier-to-access resources. This new site will also allow us to take more opportunities to share what we are learning and our perspective on key child welfare issues.
Blog Jul 07, 2015

HB 1774: Relating to measuring performance of the child welfare system

HB 1774 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 23, 2015

Supervised Visitation

Budget Component Jun 22, 2015

Public Health Hotline/I-502

Budget Component Jun 22, 2015

At-Risk Youth Intervention

Budget Component Jun 22, 2015

SB 5485: Relating to unauthorized access to firearms

SB 5485 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2536: Concerning the use of evidence-based practices for the delivery of services to children and juveniles

The bill was signed by the Governor on March 30th.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5895: Relating to education funding

SB 5895 passed the Senate and was referred to the House Appropriations Committee. Because the House did not take the bill up during the regular session it was sent back to the Senate and subsequently reintroduced. No vote was taken.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5401: Relating to empowering DSHS, DEL, and HCA to establish and enforce debts against vendors who attempt to avoid their obligation to repay overpayment debts by creating new entities and yet continue to do business with those state agencies

SB 5401 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2264: Concerning performance-based contracting related to child welfare services

The bill was signed by the Governor on March 30th.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5556: Relating to missing endangered persons

SB 5556 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1353: Relating to mediation in family law cases involving children

HB 1353 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5710: Relating to reckless endangerment resulting from unsafe storage of firearms

SB 5710 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5292: Relating to implementing family and medical leave insurance

SB 5292 did not pass out of the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee. Therefore the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5594: Relating to establishing minimum standards for sick and safe leave from employment

SB 5594 was heard in the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee but was not scheduled for executive action.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

2SSB 5732: Relating to improving behavioral health services provided to adults in Washington State

SSSB 5732 passed the Senate and House, and was later signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5159: Relating to repealing the family and medical leave insurance act

SB 5159 was passed by the Senate Committee on Commerce & Labor on Feb. 4th at 1:30pm. The vote was along party lines. The bill was pulled in Rules and placed on the second reading calendar. It did not come up for a vote and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2263: Relating to providing local governments with options to strengthen their communities by providing services and facilities for people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and other vulnerable populations.

HB 2263 was signed into law on July 6th and went into effect October 9, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1588: Relating to requiring universal background checks for firearms transfers

HB 1588 was on the House floor calendar, but never came up for a vote. It was returned to Rules where it eventually died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6555: Implementing provisions relating to child protection

The bill was signed by the Governor on March 30th.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1934: Relating to granting all persons who have an ongoing and substantial relationship with a child, including but not limited to grandparents, the right to seek visitation with that child through the courts

HB 1934 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2263: Relating to reinvesting savings resulting from improved outcomes in the child welfare system

The Governor signed the bill into law.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1506: Relating to third-party visitation

HB 1506 did not come up for a vote in the House Judiciary Committee. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5714: Relating to establishing a task force on improving public health and safety regarding firearms

SB 5714 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1391: Relating to citizenship and immigration status requirements for enrollment in health care and human service programs

HB 1391 was referred to House Judiciary, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1676: Relating to safe storage of firearms

HB 1676 was heard in the House Committee on Judiciary. It was never scheduled for executive action and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5215: Relating to establishing the WA internet crimes against children account

SB 5215 was signed into law on April 24th and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1313: Relating to establishing minimum standards for sick and safe leave from employment

HB 1313 did not come up for a vote. It was returned to Rules where it eventually died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5376: Relating to juvenile firearms and weapons crimes

SB 5376 was passed by the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and referred to Ways and Means. It was not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1947: Relating to ensuring the ongoing sustainability and vitality of the Washington Health Benefit exchange by providing a financing mechanism sufficient to defray the exchange’s operating expenses

HB 1947 was returned to House Rules where it eventually died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5640: Relating to fiscal notes

SB 5640 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but was never scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SSSB 5732: Relating to improving behavioral health services provided to adults in Washington State

SSSB 5732 was signed into law on May 21st.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5455: Relating to protecting children under the age of 18 from the harmful effects of exposure to ultraviolet radiation associated with tanning devices

SB 5455 was referred to the Senate Health Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5040: Relating to incorporating state tax expenditures into the state budget process

SB 5040 was introduced on Jan. 15 and referred to Senate Ways and Means. It has not yet been scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1250: Relating to juveniles and runaway children

HB 1250 was not passed by the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5397: Relating to establishing outcome measures for the community mental health service delivery system

SB 5397 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8207: Amending the Constitution to allow an income tax

SJR 8207 was referred to Senate Ways and Means but was never scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1882: Relating to reviewing sexual orientation change efforts for children

HB 1882 was referred to the Appropriations Subcommittee on Health & Human Services but was not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1436: Relating to privileging and professional conduct reviews by health care professional review bodies

HB 1436 did not get out of Senate Rules and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5843: Strengthening the review of the legislature's goals for tax preferences by requiring that every new tax preference provide a statement of legislative intent and include an expiration date where applicable

SB 5843 passed the Senate and will be heard in the House Finance Committee on April 19th, 8:00. It was never scheduled for executive action.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5234: Relating to improving behavioral health services provided to adults in WA State by defining outcomes for adult behavioral health services

SB 5234 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections Committee, but was never scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1497: Relating to nonconviction records

HB 1497 was heard in the House Judiciary Committee, but was never scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1457: Relating to implementing family and medical leave insurance

HB 1457 was heard in the House Finance, but was never scheduled for a vote. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1724: Relating to statements made by juveniles during assessments or screenings for mental health or chemical dependency treatment

HB 1724 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5181: Relating to flame retardants

SB 5181 was scheduled for executive action in the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment & Telecommunications; however, it did not come up for a vote. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1890: Relating to modifying sales tax exemptions for working families

HB 1890 was referred to the House Finance Committee for a hearing. It was not scheduled for executive action.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1213: Relating to social worker licensing

HB 1213 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1529: Relating to the disclosure of certain information when screening tenants

HB 1529 was passed by the House and referred to the Financial Institutions, Housing & Insurance committee. It was never scheduled for a hearing and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8200: Amending the Constitution to require a two-thirds majority vote of the legislature to raise taxes

SJR 8200 was heard in the Senate Committee on Governmental Operations on Feb. 7th at 10:00am. It was not scheduled for executive action.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1096: Relating to juvenile firearms and weapons crimes

HB 1096 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5894: Relating to authorizing the Medicaid expansion while ensuring state financial protections, increasing consumer engagement and choice, and establishing expectations for improved health outcomes

SB 5894 was referred to Senate Ways and Means but was not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5638: Relating to the fiscal impacts of bills and budgets

SB 5638 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but was never scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5115: Relating to the definition of community mental health service delivery system

SB 5115 was never heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore it died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5568: Relating to the disclosure of certain information when screening tenants

SB 5568 has been signed into law by the Governor!
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5039: Relating to increasing revenues dedicated to basic education purposes

SB 5039 was heard in Senate Ways and Means on Feb. 14th. It was never scheduled for executive action.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1338: Relating to juveniles sentence to long terms of incarceration

HB 1338 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5521: Relating to protecting children under the age of 18 from the harmful effects of exposure to ultraviolet radiation associated with tanning devices

SB 5521 did not come up for a vote in the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5639: Relating to the identification and review of new programs

SB 5639 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means committee but was never scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

ESSHB 1522: Relating to improving behavioral health services provided to adults in Washington state by defining outcomes for adult behavioral health services...

ESSHB 1522 was heard in Senate Ways and Means, but did not come up for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1585: Relating to protecting children under the age of 18 from the harmful effects of exposure to ultraviolet radiation associated with tanning devices

HB 1585 was referred to the House Health Care and Wellness Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2064: Relating to preserving funding deposited into the education legacy trust account used to support common schools and access to higher education by restoring the application of the Washington estate and transfer tax to certain property transfers

First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 2.15.19. Public hearing in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.19.19. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.20.19. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.22.19; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Appropriations. (updated 4.5.19)
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1524: Relating to juvenile mental health diversion and disposition strategies

HB 1524 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1545: Relating to guaranteeing that the top one percent pay too

HB 1545 was referred to the House Finance Committee but was never scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5725: Relating to social worker licensing

SB 5725 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, it died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SCR 8401: Related to the patient protection and affordable care act

SCR 8401 has been filed with the Secretary of State.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2038: Relating to Investing in the education legacy trust account for K-12 basic education and higher education by narrowing or eliminating tax preferences and extending taxes set to expire

After passing the House, HB 2038 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee. It was not scheduled and returned to House Rules. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1376: Relating to clarifying the requirement that certain health professionals complete training in suicide assessment, treatment, and management

HB 1376 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5341: Relating to nonconviction records

SB 5341 was referred to the Senate Committee on Law and Justice but was not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8202: Amending the Constitution to prohibit the legislature from enacting legislation taxing net or earned income

SJR 8202 was introduced on Jan 16 and referred to Ways and Means. It has not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5571: Relating to increasing public awareness of mental illness and its consequences

SB 5571 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections, but was never scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1003: Relating to disciplinary actions against the health professions license of the subject of a department of social and health services' finding

HB 1003 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5738: Relating to providing a funding source to improve education

SB 5738 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but was never scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5150: Relating to forming a task force for reform of the state mental health system

SB 5150 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections, but was never scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5341: Relating to nonconviction records

SB 5341 was referred to the Senate Committee on Law and Justice, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1122: Relating to increasing revenues dedicated to basic education purposes

HB 1122 was introduced on Jan 16 and referred to House Finance. It was not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5531: Relating to measuring performance of the child welfare system

SB 5531 was not heard in Ways and Means and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1560: Relating to implementing selected recommendations from the 2011 and 2013 reports of the quality education council

HB 1560 was heard in the Appropriations Committee but was not scheduled for a vote.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1284: Relating to the rights of parents who are incarcerated or in residential substance abuse treatment

HB 1284 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5461: Relating to representation of children in dependency matters

SB 5461 passed by the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and was sent to Ways and Means. It was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, it died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2069: Concerning continuation of safety net benefits for persons with a physical or mental disability which makes them eligible for certain social services programs

SHB 2069 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5763: Relating to the placement of children with relatives

SB 5763 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5454: Relating to testing of infants placed in out-of-home care

SB 5454 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5330: Relating to improved student achievement and student outcomes

SB 5330 was amended and passed by the House Committee on Education. It was referred to the House Appropriations Committee, but did not get scheduled for a hearing prior to cut-off. Therefore the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1285: Relating to representation of children in dependency matters

HB1285 was not heard in Senate Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5281: Relating to an empirical study of the validity and reliability of the current child welfare safety assessment tool

The bill died, but the Senate proposed budget includes a proviso for $85,000 for the WA State Institute for Public Policy to conduct an empirical study of the validity and reliability of the safety assessment tool currently used in child welfare cases by the children’s administration of DSHS.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5643: Relating to exemptions from the five-year time limit for recipients of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program

SB 5643 did not come up for a vote in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1821: Relating to good cause exceptions during permanency hearings

HB 1821 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1525: Relating to birth certificates and other birth-related information

HB 1525 was signed into law on May 21st. A directive from the Governor to the Dept. of Health regarding implementation of the law can be found on the Governor’s website.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 5064: Relating to persons sentenced for offenses committed prior to reaching eighteen years of age

SB 5064 did not come out of Rules and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5118: Relating to access to original birth certificates after adoption finalization

SB 5118 was pulled in House Rules, but died on the floor calendar.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1361: Relating to the purchase of care for Indian children who are in the custody of a federally recognized Indian tribe or tribally licensed child-placing agency

HB 1361 died on the Senate floor calendar. However, the companion bill in the Senate passed.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5600: Relating to the definition of work activity for the purposes of the WorkFirst program

SB 5600 did not come up for a vote in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1675: Relating to improving the adoption process

HB 1675 did not come up for a vote in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5475: Relating to the creating of a licensing category for receiving care centers

SB 5475 did not get out of Senate Rules and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1342: Relating to the definition of work activity for the purposes of the WorkFirst program

HB 1342 was passed by the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and sent to Appropriations. It was not scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1021: Relating to educating parents of the harmful effects of parental abduction

HB1021 has been signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1276: Relating to dropout prevention through engaging youth in farming

HB 1276 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1547: Relating to an entity that provides drop-in educational or recreational programming for school-aged children

HB 1547 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1261: Relating to the provision of short-term emergency and crisis care for children removed from their homes

HB 1261 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5405: Relating to extended foster care services

SB 5405 was signed into law on May 21st.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

S- 580: Limiting use of public assistance benefits

The draft bill was heard in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee on Jan. 21st. It was not scheduled for a vote.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5764: Relating to the right to jury trial in termination actions

SB 5764 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5403: Relating to the enforcement powers of the Office of Financial Recovery

SB 5403 did not make it out of Rules in the Senate and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1452: Relating to establishing accountability for student performance in third grade

HB 1452 did not come out of Rules and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1302: Relating to extended foster care services

HB 1302 was not heard in Senate Ways and Means and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5389: Relating to sibling visitation for children in foster care

SB 5389 was signed into law on May 21st.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SSB 5279: Limiting use of public assistance benefits

SB 5279 did not come up for executive action in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5762: Relating to relatives in dependency proceedings

SB 5762 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1566: Relating to education outcomes of youth in out-of-home care

HB 1566 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5147: Relating to juveniles and runaway children

SB 5147 was signed by the Governor on Feb. 27th!! It was the first bill Governor Inslee signed into law!
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1204: Relating to sibling visitation for children in foster care

HB1204 was pulled in Senate Rules and died on the floor calendar.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5235: Relating to the purchase of care for Indian children who are in the custody of a federally recognized Indian tribe or tribally licensed child-placing agency

SB 5235 was signed into law!
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1734: Relating to exemptions from the five-year time limit for recipients of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program

HB 1734 was not heard in Appropriations prior to the cut-off and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1708: Relating to the enforcement powers of the Office of Financial Recovery

SB 5403 did not make it out of Rules in the Senate and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5170: Relating to a recommendation of the sunshine committee

SB 5170 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. It was not scheduled for a vote and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5689: Related to access to juvenile records

SB 5689 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1140: Relating to sibling visitation after a dependency has been dismissed or concluded

HB 1140 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5585: Relating to requiring drug testing for recipients of benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program

SB 5585 did not come up for a vote in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5565: Relating to background checks

SB 5565 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5162: Relating to prohibiting a child custody award to a suspect in an active murder investigation

SB 5162 did not come up for executive action in the House Committee on Judiciary and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5460: Relating to the rights of parents who are incarcerated or in residential substance abuse treatment

SB 5460 was passed by the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and referred to Ways and Means, but eventually died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1190: Relating to requiring drug testing for recipients of benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program

HB 1190 was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SSB 5315: Related to the Powell Fatalities

SB 5315 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5822: Relating to notifying school districts of substantiated concerns of child abuse or neglect

SB 5822 was referred to the Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5026: Relating to creating a peer mentoring program

SB 5026 was introduced and referred to the Senate Higher Education Committee. It was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

ESHB 1313: Relating to establishing minimum standards for sick and safe leave from employment

ESHB 1313 was introduced last session and made it to the House floor (it was not, however, brought up for a vote). The bill reverted back to House Rules, where it was pulled, brought to the House floor and passed by the House (52-45-1 excused). The bill was heard in the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee but was not brought up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5578: Relating to education requirements for family day care providers

SB 5578 was heard in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services but did not come up for executive action and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1815: Relating to assuring that education-related information is appropriately provided by public schools to parents with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

HB 1815 did not come up for a vote in the House Education Committee. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1203: Relating to exempting from public inspection and copying personal information relating to children

HB 1203 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1869: Relating to training school employees in the prevention of sexual abuse

HB 1869 was heard in the House Education Committee but did not come up for a vote. The bill is therefore dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1172: Relating to children of family day care providers

HB 1172 died in Senate Rules.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6447: Relating to guardians ad litem

SB 6447 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5223: Relating to adding children victims of trafficking to the definition of abuse and neglect

SB 5223 was not heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1784: Relating to the prevention of childhood obesity in early learning programs

Instead of hearing the bill, a work session on obesity in early learning settings was held on March 15th at 1:30pm.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1336: Relating to increasing the capacity of school districts to recognize and respond to troubled youth

HB 1336 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2556: Relating to encouraging the establishment of therapeutic courts

HB 2556 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2034: Funding K-12 basic education and higher education by narrowing or eliminating tax preferences.

SHB 2034 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5365: Relating to increasing the capacity of school districts to recognize and respond to troubled youth

SB 5365 did not come up for a vote by the Senate and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1352: Relating to the statute of limitations for sexual abuse against a child

HB 1352 was signed into law by the Governor on April 18th.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1680: Relating to implementing strategies to close the educational opportunity gap, based on the recommendations of the educational opportunity gap oversight and accountability committee

HB 1680 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1228: Relating to education requirements for family day care providers

HB 1228 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2202: Relating to the establishment of an open data policy to facilitate sharing and publication of government data

HB 2202 did not get out of House Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1671: Relating to child care reform

HB 1671 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5825: Relating to alternative methods of satisfying continuing education credits for health care providers

SB 5825 was referred to the Senate Health Care Committee but was not been scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5244: Relating to school suspensions and expulsions

SB 5244 died in House Rules.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5809: Relating to the home visiting service account

SB 5809 has been signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5117: Relating to family involvement coordinators in public schools

SB 5117 was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on Feb. 6th at 1:30. It was never scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6525: Relating to exempting from the prevailing wage laws work performed or funded by nonprofit organizations

SB 6525 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing prior to the cut-off. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5237: Relating to establishing accountability for student performance in third grade

SB 5237 died in House Rules.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5730: Relating to funding higher education child care grants, referred to Committee on Higher Education

SB 5730 was referred to the Senate Higher Education Committee, but was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5094: Relating to requiring notification of sex offenders attending schools

SB 5094 was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education. It did not come up for a vote and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1871: Relating to integrated career learning opportunities and employment training for at-risk youth

HB 1871 was referred to House Appropriations but was not scheduled for a hearing. The bill is therefore dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5087: Relating to preventing illegal aliens from qualifying as resident students for purposes of in-state tuition and financial aid

SB 5087 was introduced and referred to the Senate Higher Education Committee. It was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6485: Relating to allowing the department of social and health services to withhold, restrict, or suspend licenses of individuals not in compliance with a child support order

SB 6485 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SHB 1594: Relating to interviewing children in child protective services investigations

HB 1594 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1810: Relating to optional payments by parents who receive Working Connections Child Care benefits

HB 1810 has not been scheduled for executive action in the House Committee on Early Learning & Human Services, and therefore has died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5157: Relating to child care

The Senate passed ESSB 5157 in the 2nd special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5566: Relating to interviewing children in child protective services investigations

SB 5566 did not get out of the Senate Rules committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5044: Relating to the GET ready for college program

SB 5044 was introduced and referred to Senate Higher Education. It was never scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1477: Relating to providing flexibility for how school districts address truancy of students

HB 1477 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5163: Relating to child protective services workers

SB 5163 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. It was not scheduled for exec action and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1723: Relating to expanding and streamlining early learning services and programs

HB 1723 was signed into law on May 21st. The Governor vetoed section 4, the technical advisory committee.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1283: Relating to changing compulsory school attendance requirements for children six and seven years of age

HB 1283 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6227: Relating to enhancing public safety by reducing distracted driving incidents caused by the use of personal wireless communications devices

SB 6227 did not come up for a vote in the Senate prior to cut-off and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5904: Relating to high quality early learning

SB 5904 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5245: Relating to the collection of student suspension and expulsion data

SB 5245 was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee on Jan. 28th at 1:30. It has not been scheduled for executive action; however, it appears that SB 5244 incorporates much of SB 5245.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5100: Relating to the statute of limitations for sexual abuse against a child

5100 was heard and passed in the House Public Safety Committee. Since HB 1352 (companion bill) passed, SB 5100 died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5595: Relating to child care reform

SB 5595 was signed into law on May 21st.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5155: Relating to long-term suspension and expulsion of students in kindergarten through twelfth grade

SB 5155 was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education. The bill was never scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SI 591: Relating to protecting gun and other firearm rights

HI 591 was heard in the House Judiciary Committee on Jan. 28th but has not been scheduled for executive action. It is very unlikely that the legislature will act on 591 and as a result, it will go to a vote of the people in Nov.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5563: Relating to training school employees in the prevention of sexual abuse

SB 5563 has been signed into law by the Governor. It goes into effect on July 28th.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1873: Relating to funding higher education child care grants

HB 1873 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1369: Relating to using school days for meeting with parents and families as part of the WA Inventory of Developing Skills

HB 1369 did not come up for executive action in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2639: Relating to state purchasing of mental health and chemical dependency treatment services

SSHB 2639 died in the Senate, however, the companion, SB 6312 passed.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6297: Relating to requiring the Department of Health to develop and make available resources for pregnant women regarding childhood immunizations

SB 6297 did not come out of House Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2793: Redirecting Initiative Measure No. 502 revenues earmarked for the basic health plan to other state-funded low-income health care programs

HB 2793 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee but did not come up for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6469: Relating to access to juvenile records

SB 6469 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6312: Relating to state purchasing of mental health and chemical dependency treatment services

SB 6312 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2462: Relating to giving preferences to housing trust fund projects that involve collaboration between local school districts and housing authorities

HB 2462 did not come up for a vote by the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6364: Relating to parental rights and responsibilities of sexual assault perpetrators and survivors

SB 6364 was heard in the Senate Law and Justice Committee, however, it was not brought up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6048: Relating to flame retardants

SB 6048 was referred to the Senate Energy, Environment & Telecommunications Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2065: Relating to an integrated high quality continuum of early learning

HB 2065 did not come up for a hearing in House Appropriations. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1651: Relating to access to juvenile records

ESHB 1651 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2572: Relating to improving the effectiveness of health care purchasing and transforming the health care delivery system

E2SHB 2572 passed the legislature and was partially vetoed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2368: Relating to a surcharge for local homeless housing and assistance

While this bill did not pass, a similar bill, SB 5875, did pass.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6261: Relating to statements made by juveniles during assessments or screenings for mental health or chemical dependency treatment

SB 6261 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2086: Relating to smoking in motor vehicles carrying minors

HB 2086 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2721: Relating to increasing tax exemption transparency and accountability

HB 2721 was referred to the House Finance Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2252: Relating to addressing the fiscal impacts of bills and budgets

HB 2252 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6403: Relating to the availability of juvenile offender court records

SB 6403 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6481: Relating to funding recovery programs for persons with mental illness and chemical dependency disorders

SB 6481 was heard and passed in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee. It was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee, but was not heard/exec'd. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5875: Relating to Human Services

Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2158: Relating to the dropout prevention, intervention, and reengagement activities by educational service districts

HB 2158 was referred but not heard in House Appropriations and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2643: Relating to coordinating and expanding efforts with private and public partnerships to help ensure Washington’s healthiest next generation

HB 2643 did not come up for a vote in Ways and Means and therefore is dead. There was, however, funding/proviso language in the final budget that incorporates much of what the bill would have done.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6313: Relating to a surcharge for local homeless housing and assistance

SB 6313 was heard in the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Housing & Insurance and is now in Senate Ways and Means. The bill was not heard in Ways and Means and therefore is dead. However, a similar bill (SB 5875) did pass.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6468: Relating to suicide prevention

SB 6468 was referred to the Senate Health Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6338: Relating to giving preferences to housing trust fund projects that involve collaboration between local school districts and housing authorities to help children of low-income families succeed in school

SB 6338 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2144: Relating to the establishment of a dedicated local jurisdiction marijuana fund and the distribution of a specified 3 percent of marijuana excise tax revenues to local jurisdictions

HB 2144 was heard in House Appropriations but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6493: Relating to access to juvenile records

SB 6493 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

ESHB 1294: Relating to flame retardants

HB 1294 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6291: Relating to tenant screening

SB 6291 was heard in the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Housing & Insurance on Jan. 23rd. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6363: Relating to creating the office of the behavioral health ombuds

SB 6363 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2410: Relating to a competitive equipment assistance grant program to enhance student nutrition in public schools

HB 2410 did not come up for a vote in Senate Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2772: Relating to distributing marijuana tax revenues to local governments for law enforcement and fire protection services and to the department of transportation for the repair and maintenance of state ferries, roads, and bridges

HB 2772 was referred to the Government Accountability & Oversight committee but did not come up for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2714: Relating to allowing youthful offenders who complete their sentences prior to age twenty-one equal access to a full continuum of rehabilitative and reentry services

HB 2714 was heard and passed in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee and was sent to Rules. The bill did not come out of Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2315: Relating to suicide prevention

HB 2315 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2415: Relating to creating a temporary homeless status certification

HB 2415 heard and passed by the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Housing & Insurance. It was then referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee, where it was heard but not passed. The bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2559: Relating to parental rights and responsibilities of sexual assault perpetrators and survivors

HB 2559 was heard in the House Judiciary Committee on Jan. 30th at 8:00 am. It was scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5984: Relating to banning certain flame retardants in children's products and residential upholstered furniture

SB 5984 was not heard in the Senate Energy, Environment and Telecommunications Committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6484: Relating to creating a state agency innovation and efficiency grant program

SB 6484 was heard in the Senate Committee on Governmental Operations on Feb. 6th. It did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6398: Relating to child support

SB 6398 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6257: Relating to sentencing information concerning racial disproportionality

SB 6257 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections at on Jan. 30th. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6558: Relating to intensive home and community-based mental health services for Medicaid-eligible children

SB 6558 did not come up for a vote in House Appropriations and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5875: Relating to a surcharge for local homeless housing and assistance

ESSB 5875 passed and was signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2164: Relating to requiring evidence-based and research-based interventions for juvenile firearm offenders in certain circumstances

HB 2164 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6540: Relating to banning phosphate flame retardants in children's products and residential upholstered furniture

SB 6540 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6393: Relating to the distribution of marijuana tax revenues for local law enforcement officers

SB 6393 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2737: Relating to fetal alcohol exposure

HB 2737 was heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but did not move out of Committee. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2610: Relating to identifying characteristics of the homeless youth population

HB 2610 was heard but not exec’d in Senate Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5955: Relating to establishing the Washington publicly owned trust in order to create a financing infrastructure to implement Initiative Measure No. 502

SB 5955 was heard in the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Housing & Insurance, but did not come up for executive action. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6492: Relating to statements made by juveniles during assessments or screenings for mental health or chemical dependency treatment

SB 6492 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6383: Relating to coordinating and expanding efforts with private and public partnerships to help ensure Washington’s healthiest next generation

SB 6383 was referred to the Senate Health Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2537: Relating to tenant screening

HB 2537 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2641: Relating to establishing the WorkFirst reform program

HB 2641 died in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2535: Relating to the review of licensing, unsupervised access to children, and employment decisions by the children's administration

HB 2535 passed the House (97-0-1 excused). It was amended onto SB 6095 in the House Early Learning Committee so although the bill itself died, the substance passed by way of SB 6095.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2665: Relating to expiration of the advisory committee on disproportionate representation of children of color

Although HB 2665 died in the Senate Human Services and Corrections committee, the extension of the Advisory Committee until June 30, 2015, was included in the House budget, as well as the final budget.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2585: Relating to income eligibility for temporary assistance for needy families' benefits for a child

Although HB 2585 did not come up for a vote in the Senate prior to the March 7th cutoff, it did come up on the last day of session, in fact was one of the last bills passed! Because it had not been amended, it did not have to go back to the House for concurrence and was signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6127: Relating to improving quality in the early care and education system

SB 6127 was heard and passed in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee and referred to Ways and Means. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2335: Relating to extended foster care services

HB 2335 did not originally come up in Ways and Means. But on the last day of the legislative session, an unexpected nighttime meeting of the Ways and Means Committee was called and the bill was amended and exec’d out. Agreement was reached to bring the bill to the Senate floor for a vote, and HB 2335 was passed unanimously, sent to the House for concurrence, and eventually signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6327: Relating to expanding the categories of offenses eligible for the parenting program with the department of corrections

SB 6327 was brought to the Senate floor on the 12th for a vote. The bill passed and was sent to the House where it died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2350: Relating to allowing valid portable background check clearance cards to be used by certain educational employees and their contractors for purposes of their background check requirements

HB 2350 did not come out of House Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2616: Relating to parents with intellectual or developmental disabilities involved in dependency proceedings

HB 2616 was amended and passed in the Senate. It was sent back to the House for concurrence. The House concurred with the changes made by the Senate and was signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6211: Relating to the termination of basic food benefits to incarcerated persons

SB 6211 passed the Senate (34-14-1 excused) and was heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee on Feb. 24th. It did not come up for a vote in committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2373: Relating to enacting provisions to improve educational outcomes for homeless students

HB 2373 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore died, however, its companion, SB 6074 passed the House.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6101: Relating to extended foster care services

SB 6101 was heard, amended, and passed by the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections. It was then heard in Senate Ways and Means but did not come up for a vote. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6387: Relating to individuals with developmental disabilities who have requested a service from a program that is already at capacity

SB 6387 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6095: Relating to facilitating safe placements for dependent children

SB 6095 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2554: Relating to authorizing competitive grants to persistently lowest-achieving schools to implement models of family and community engagement

HB 2554 was heard in the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Education at 3:30 on Jan. 29th. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6491: Relating to requiring photo identification on electronic benefit cards

SB 6491 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2282: Concerning changing provisions relating to the early learning advisory council

HB 2282 was passed by the House (90-8) and was heard in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee. It did not come up for a vote in Committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2699: Relating to providing caregivers authority to allow children placed in their care to participate in normal childhood activities based on a reasonable and prudent parent standard

HB 2699 was passed by the House (96-2 excused) and referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6374: Relating to addressing parent and child relationship termination

SB 6374 was referred to the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HI 594: Relating to requiring criminal and public safety background checks for gun sales and transfers

HI 594 was heard in the House Judiciary Committee on Jan. 28th but has not been scheduled for executive action. It is unlikely the legislature will take further action on 594 and as a result it will be on the Nov. ballot.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2536: Relating to creating the breakfast after the bell program

HB 2536 passed the House (67-31) and was referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee. It was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2672: Relating to increasing the minimum hourly wage to twelve dollars over three years

HB 2672 was referred to the House Committee on Labor & Workforce Development and will be heard on Feb. 4th at 1:30 PM. The bill was voted on in the Labor & Workforce Development committee and referred to Appropriations. It was heard in Appropriations but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6390: Relating to forming the juvenile sentencing task force to review and make recommendations regarding juvenile sentencing matters

SB 6390 did not come up for a vote in the Senate before cut-off and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6074: Relating to enacting provisions to improve educational outcomes for homeless students

SB 6074 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6429: Relating to expiration of the advisory committee on disproportionate representation of children of color

SB 6429 was heard in the Senate Committee on Human Services & Corrections on Feb. 4th at 10:00am. It did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2483: Relating to concerning standards for awarding maintenance in dissolution or legal separation proceedings

HB 2483 was heard in the House Judiciary Committee on Jan. 30th, 8:00 am. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6234: Relating to compliance with inspections of child care facilities

SB 6234 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

ESHB 1675: Relating to improving the adoption process

HB 1675 died on the Senate floor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6394: Relating to income eligibility for temporary assistance for needy families benefits for a child

SB 6394 did not come up for a vote by the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6168: Relating to review of licensing and employment decisions by the Children's Administration

SB 6168 did not come out of Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SHB 1285: Relating to representation of children in dependency matters

SHB 1285 was amended (consistent with the Senate bill) and passed by the House Judiciary Committee. It was referred and heard in Appropriations but did not come up for a vote. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2505: Relating to requiring photo identification on electronic benefit cards

HB 2505 was heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee on Jan. 29th at 8:00 am. It was not scheduled for executive action. The bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6181: Relating to child care subsidies and child support enforcement services

SB 6181 was passed by the Senate 47-0-2 excused. It was heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6126: Relating to representation of children in dependency matters

SB 6126 unanimously passed (1 excused in the House) the House and Senate and was eventually signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2337: Relating to public-private financing for prevention-focused social services and health care services

HB 2337 was heard, amended, and passed by the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee. It was referred to Appropriations, but did not come up for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2399: Relating to establishing a certificate of restoration of opportunity

HB 2399 was heard in the House Public Safety Committee; however, it did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6365: Relating to creating a pilot program to provide educational stability for homeless children

SB 6365 was heard and passed in the Senate Financial Institutions, Housing & Insurance Committee. It was then heard in Ways and Means but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2416: Relating to creating a temporary homeless identification card

HB 2416 was heard in the Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs committee on Jan. 28th but was not scheduled for executive action. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2377: Relating to improving quality in the early care and education system

HB 2377 did not come up for a vote. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6479: Relating to providing caregivers authority to allow children placed in their care to participate in normal childhood activities based on a reasonable and prudent parent standard

SB 6479 passed the house (97-0-1 excused) and will go back to the Senate for concurrence. The Senate concurred on the changes made by the House and the bill was eventually signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2598: Relating to clarifying the lead agency for the early support for infant and toddlers program

HB 2598 was not pulled in Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6093: Relating to allowing valid portable background check clearance cards to be used by certain educational employees and their contractors for purposes of their background check requirements

SB 6093 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2519: Relating to early education for children involved in the child welfare system

HB 2519 was passed by the Senate and sent back to the House for concurrence. The House concurred and the bill was passed and sent and eventually signed by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2683: Relating to prohibiting individuals who are fleeing from the justice system or violating parole or probation from receiving public assistance

HB 2683 was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6396: Relating to allowing youthful offenders who complete their sentences prior to age twenty-one equal access to a full continuum of rehabilitative and reentry services

SB 6396 was heard in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2317: Relating to promoting expanded learning opportunities as a strategy to close the educational opportunity gap and prevent summer learning loss

HB 2317 was referred to Appropriations, but was not heard. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6245: Relating to the role of parties in cases related to certain notices and records

SB 6245 did not get out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2582: Relating to filing a petition seeking termination of parental rights

HB 2582 was amended on the Senate, however the House refused to concur with the bill as amended. The House then asked the Senate to recede from their amendments, they did not, and the bill went back to House Rules. The bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2138: Relating to fees for criminal records checks

HB 2138 was referred to the House Public Safety Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6209: Relating to expanded learning opportunities

SB 6209 was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on Jan. 29th but was not scheduled for executive action. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6439: Relating to preventing harassment, intimidation, and bullying in public schools

SB 6439 was passed by the Senate 45-1-1 absent-1 excused, but died in the House.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6068: Relating to the continuity and stability of child care

SB 6068 was heard in the Early Learning and K-12 Committee on Jan. 17th but was not scheduled for executive action. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6520: Relating to changing provisions relating to the early learning advisory council

SB 6520 was referred to Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee, but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6336: Relating to promoting expanded learning opportunities as a strategy to close the educational opportunity gap and prevent summer learning loss

SB 6336 was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education Committee. It was referred to Senate Ways and Means where it was heard but not exec'd. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2191: Relating to compliance with inspections of child care facilities

HB 2191 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6529: Relating to implementing strategies to close the educational opportunity gap, based on the recommendations of the educational opportunity gap oversight and accountability committee

SB 6529 was referred to the Early Learning & K-12 Education committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2174: Concerning the right of a parent to make decisions regarding the care, custody, supervision, and administration of his or her child

HB 2174 was referred to the House Judiciary but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2166: Relating to providing for educational data on students from military families

HB 2166 died in Senate rules.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2695: Relating to safe sleep practices in child care settings

HB 2695 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6029: Relating to establishing a living wage

SB 6029 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2763: Relating to creating a pilot program to provide educational stability for homeless children

HB 2763 was heard in the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Education on Feb. 6th, but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6431: Relating to assistance for schools in implementing youth suicide prevention activities

SB 6431 passed the House. The Senate concurred and it was eventually signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6523: Relating to expanding higher education opportunities for certain students

SB 6523 was signed into law by the Governor!
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6444: Relating to creating the breakfast after the bell program

SB 6444 was heard and passed in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education. It was referred to Ways and Means, heard, but not exec'd. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6067: Relating to the integration of early learning programs

SB 6067 was heard in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee on Jan. 17th. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6538: Relating to early education for children involved in the child welfare system

SB 6538 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6247: Concerning the right of a parent to make decisions regarding the care, custody, supervision, and administration of his or her child

SB 6247 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2165: Relating to department of early learning fatality reviews

HB 2165 did not come up for a vote on the Senate floor and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2739: Relating to requiring a report analyzing the correlation of certain family factors with academic and behavioral indicators of student success

HB 2739 was signed into law by the Governor.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6470: Relating to child abuse investigations

SB 6470 was heard in the Senate Human Services and Corrections Committee but did not come up for a vote. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6555: Relating to requiring the Washington institute for public policy to conduct systematic reviews of investments in education

SB 6555 did not come up for a vote in the Appropriations Subcommittee on Education and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1840: Relating to conflict resolution programs in schools

HB 1840 was referred to the House Education Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2686: Relating to requiring public schools to provide tap water to students during school lunches

HB 2686 was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6535: Relating to the provision of evidence-based supports for struggling students by community-based organizations

SB 6535 was referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5924: Relating to protecting county authorities from cost increases for criminal justice, juvenile justice, and child welfare and neglect

SB 5924 was referred to the Human Services, Mental Health & Housing Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5063: Relating to prioritizing state revenue growth for education

SB 5063 was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Ways and Means Committee and did not come up for a vote in the Senate, was referred back to Rules, and moved to the Rules X files. The bill died there.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1932: Relating to improving medication management for youth

HB 1932 is dead; however, for the most part was amended onto HB 1879.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1673: Relating to substance abuse prevention and treatment programs funded by the marijuana excise tax

HB 1673 was heard, amended and passed in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee. The bill was referred to Appropriations, but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1862: Relating to professional development for school counselors, social workers, and psychologist

HB 1862 was referred to the House Education Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5999: Relating to the caseload forecast council

SB 5999 was signed into law by the Governor and went into effect on July 24th, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5752: Relating to information concerning racial disproportionality

SB 5752 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5459: Relating to implementing family and medical leave insurance

SB 5459 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2133: Relating to exempting the addresses of certain child care providers from the public records

HB 2133 was not brought up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5384: Relating to achieving economic security through income sufficient to meet basic needs

SB 5384 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8206: Resolution to submit to voters

SJR was heard in Senate Ways and Means on April 20th was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5898: Relating to the Washington homeless client management information system

SB 5898 did not come up for a vote on the Senate floor and therefore is dead. However, language related to the information system was amended onto the House budget.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5656: Relating to enhancing public safety by reducing distracted driving incidents caused by the use of personal wireless communication devises

SB 5656 was heard in the House Transportation Committee on March 25th. It was not brought up for a vote in Committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1364: Relating to establishing a citizens' initiative review pilot program

HB 1364 did not come up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5667: Relating to the fiscal impacts of bills and budgets

SB 5667 was referred to and heard in the Senate Ways and Means Committee, but was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead. The bill was amended onto another bill, SB 5915, that was passed by the Senate. See SB 5915.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1035: Relating to protecting the personal information of a guardian ad litem

HB 1035 was referred to the House State Govt. Committee. A work session and public hearing was held on the bill on Jan. 13th. The bill was not exec’d and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HJR 4206: Related to placing restrictions on tax increases

HJR was referred to the House Finance Committee but was not been scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1273: Relating to implementing family and medical leave insurance

HB 1273 was heard, amended and passed in the House Committee on Labor. It was referred to Appropriations, but was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HJR 4204: Relating to amendment to the State Constitution

HJR was referred to the House State Government Committee, but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2028: Relating to a business and occupation tax deduction for chemical dependency services provided by a health and social welfare organization

HB 2028 was heard in House Finance Committee, but did not come up for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5608: Relating to prohibiting employers from asking about arrests or convictions before an applicant is determined qualified for a position

SB 5608 was heard in the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee on Feb. 13th. The bill did not come up for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2135: Relating to the Washington homeless client management information system

HB 2135 died in the House Community Development, Housing & Tribal Affairs Committtee.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5388: Relating to Child Support

SB 5388 was referred to the Senate Law and Justice Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1840: Relating to conflict resolution programs in schools

HB 1840 was referred to the House Education Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6029: Relating to establishing a living wage

SB 6029 was referred to the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1501: Relating to public-private financing for prevention-focused social services

SHB 1501 was heard in Appropriations, but was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6102: Relating to enacting an excise tax on capital gains to improve the fairness of Washington’s tax system and provide funding for the education legacy trust account

SB 6102 was heard in Senate Ways and Means on April 20th but was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2113: Relating to creating a legislative task force on poverty

HB 2113 was not brought up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1801: Relating to child support

HB 1801 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1355: Relating to increasing the minimum hourly wage to $12 over four years, without creating new exemptions

HB 1355 was heard and passed in Appropriations, pulled in Rules and passed by the House. The bill has been referred to the Commerce and Labor Committee in the Senate and was heard on March 30th. It was not brought up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1643: Relating to the fiscal impacts of bills and budgets

HB 1643 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2076: Relating to information concerning racial disproportionality

HB 2076 was referred to the House State Government Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1701: Relating to prohibiting employers from asking about arrests or convictions before an applicant is determined qualified for a position

HB 1701 was not brought up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5477: Relating to requiring substances intended for use in a vapor product to satisfy child-resistant effectiveness standards, and adopting labeling and advertisement standards.

SB 5477 was heard in the Commerce and Gaming Committee on March 16th. It did not come up for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6050: Relating to fiscal matters

SB 6050 was introduced initially on Feb. 25th, but did not move out of Senate Ways and Means. It was a title only bill, meaning all that it said was: This act may be known and cited as the fiscal matters act. On April 29th, it was reintroduced and retained in Ways and Means. On May 28th, the bill was amended and passed, then sent to Senate Rules. It did not come up for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5594: Relating to federal funding programs requiring changes in state law

SB 5594 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1879: Relating to directing the health care authority to issue a request for proposals for integrated managed health and behavioral health services for foster children

HB 1879 was signed (in full) by the Governor on May 18th and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1257: Relating to tenant screening

HB 1257 passed the House and was referred to the Senate Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee. It was not heard or passed in Committee and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8200: Relating to an amendment to state constitution regarding raising taxes

SJR 8200 was referred to the Senate Govt. Operations and State Security Committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. This bills is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1472: Relating to using chemical action plans to require safer chemicals in WA

SHB 1472 reverted back to House Rules after sine die; however, on April, 29th the bill was pulled out of Rules and placed on the 3rd reading calendar in the House; but it was not brought up for a vote so went back to Rules. On June 10th, the bill was once again pulled in Rules, placed on the House 3rd reading calendar but once again on June 11th, when the House was on the floor, did not come up for a vote. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6103: Relating to providing basic education funding

SB 6103 was heard in the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8201: Relating to amendment to the State Constitution

SJR 8201 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5728: Relating to permitting opt-out screening for HIV

SB 5728 was not brought up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2191: Relating to a homeless student housing and educational stability program as part of basic education

HB 2191 was referred to the House Education Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. This bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5944: Relating to periodic review of state spending programs

SB 5944 was in the House Appropriations Committee when the legislature adjourned. It was sent back to Senate Rules, then brought to the floor of the Senate for a vote on the first day of the special session. The bill died in the 2nd special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1365: Relating to increasing child health equity by requiring screening for autism and developmental delays for children in medical assistance programs

HB 1365 was heard and passed in the House Health and Wellness Committee. However, it was not scheduled for a hearing in Appropriations and therefore is dead. However, funding for the screens was included in the House and Senate budgets. See SB 5317.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5578: Relating to giving preference to housing trust fund projects

SB 5578 was not brought to the Senate floor for a vote and therefore is dead. Note: SB 5578 was the companion to HB 1633.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5063: Relating to prioritizing state revenue growth for education

SB 5063 was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Ways and Means Committee and is now in Senate Rules. The bill did not come up for a vote in the Senate, was referred back to Rules, and moved to the Rules X files. This bill died in the 3rd special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5684: Relating to flame retardants

SB 5684 was heard in the Senate Energy and Environment committee on Feb. 17th. It did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2024: Relating to the use of student housing facilities at the institutions of higher learning by homeless students

HB 2024 was heard in House Higher Education, but it appears that it did not come up for a vote. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5064: Relating to providing that a quarterly revenue forecast is due on February 20th during both a long and short legislative session year

SB 5064 was passed by the Senate (47 yeas, 2 excused) and referred to the House Appropriations Committee. The bill died in the 3rd special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5143: Relating to providing information regarding childhood immunizations to expecting parent

SB 5143 was pulled in House Rules but did not come up for a vote by the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5378: Relating to ensuring housing options for participants in government assistance programs

SB 5378 was referred to the Senate Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee and re-referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing Committee. It was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1106: Relating to fiscal matters

Substitute HB 1106 was heard, amended and passed in the House Appropriations Committee and passed by the House on April 2nd. On June 1st the House Rules Committee was relieved of further consideration and the bill was referred to the Appropriations Committee. A proposed 2nd substitute version was heard on June 2nd; however, the bill has not yet come up for executive action. This bill died in the 3rd special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1642: Relating to a youth substance abuse prevention and education grant program

HB 1642 was heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee, but was not voted on and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1685: Relating to the establishment of a Washington food policy forum

HB 1685 did not come out of Senate Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5729: Relating to the taxation of cigarettes

SB 5729 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2009: Relating to exemptions from immunizations

HB 2009 was not brought up for a vote in the House and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1436: Relating to homeless youth prevention and protection

HB 1436 was heard in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health, and Housing Committee, but was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5076: Relating to fiscal matters

SB 5076 was referred to the Sen. Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5406: Relating to using chemical action plans to require safer chemicals in WA

SB 5406 has been referred to the Senate Environment Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 6104: Relating to improving education financing

SB 6104 was heard in the Senate Ways and Means Committee but has not been scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SJR 8202: Amendment to the Constitution

SJR 8202 was referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1932: Relating to improving medication management for youth

HB 1932 is dead; however, for the most part was amended onto HB 1879.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5123: Relating to tenant screening

SB 5123 was heard in the Senate Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee on Jan. 21st, but it did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5915: Relating to dynamic fiscal impact statements

SB 5915 was referred to the House Appropriations Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. The bill was referenced (and funded) in the Senate budget, however, which means it could resurface in the context of the budget discussions.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1458: Relating to protecting youth from tobacco products and vapor products

HB 1458 was heard, amended and passed in the House Health and Wellness Committee. The bill did not come up for a vote in the Finance Committee; however, it is possible language related to the legal age may be amended onto another House bill. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1633: Relating to giving preference to housing trust fund projects

Governor Inslee signed Engrossed HB 1633 into law on May 1, 2015 and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5278: Relating to legislative oversight of state agency performance

SB 5278 was heard in the Senate Committee on Accountability and Reform on Jan. 21st. It was not scheduled for executive action. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1174: Relating to flame retardants

HB 1174, which had been referred back to House Rules after the end of the regular session, was brought out of Rules, passed by the House, and referred to the Energy, Environment, and Telecommuniciations Committee. No executive action was taken, therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5932: Relating to creating the office of homeless youth prevention program in DSHS

SB 5932 was heard in the Human Services, Mental Health & Housing Committee. The bill did not come out of committee and therefore is dead. It should be noted, however, that some aspects of the bill were amended onto SB 5404.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1477: Relating to providing that a quarterly revenue forecast is due on February 20th during both a long and short legislative session year

HB 1477 was referred to the House Finance Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead. However, the companion, SB 5064, passed the Senate and was referred to the House Appropriations Committee. In spite of neither bill making it through both the Senate and House, the forecast did take place in February.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1295: Relating to breakfast after the bell programs in certain public schools

HB 1295 was heard in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee on March 16th, 1:30. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 5404: Relating to homeless youth prevention and protection

The Governor signed the bill into law on April 24th. It went into effect on July 24th, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1105: Relating to fiscal matters

SHB 1105 was signed by the Governor on Feb. 19th.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1747: Relating to the protection of children through responsible storage of firearms

HB 1747 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee and was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1928: Relating to the homeless youth population

This bill is dead. However, language directing the Office of Homeless Youth Programs to conduct the analysis and make recommendations was amended onto the House budget.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5736: Relating to savings from performance management

SB 5736 was heard in the Senate Committee on Accountability and Reform on Feb. 4th, but was not scheduled for executive action. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5924: Relating to protecting county authorities from cost increases for criminal justice, juvenile justice, and child welfare and neglect

SB 5924 was referred to the Human Services, Mental Health & Housing Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5376: Relating to the reporting of eviction records

SB 5376 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5077: Relating to fiscal matters

Substitute SB 5077 was released and heard on March 31st, passed by Ways and Means on April 1st, and debated on the Senate floor on April 2nd. The Senate finished going through and voting on the amendments around 2:30am or so on the 3rd, did not get enough votes for the necessary procedural bump to actually vote on the bill immediately. And, instead of coming in on Saturday, the next day they could take up the budget, they voted it off the floor on Monday, April 6th. Now that both the House and Senate have passed a budget the two can begin the process of working through their differences and coming up with a budget both bodies can support.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5651: Relating to eliminating detention for truant students

SB 5651 was heard in the Human Services, Mental Health & Housing Committee on Feb. 16th at 10:00. The bill did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1673: Relating to substance abuse prevention and treatment programs funded by the marijuana excise tax

HB 1673 was heard, amended and passed in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee. The bill was referred to Appropriations, but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1875: Relating to the definition of work activity for the purposes of the WorkFirst program

HB 1875 did not come up for a vote by the Senate before Sine Die so therefore is dead. It now returns to House Rules. Efforts will be made to have it brought back during the special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2037: Relating to requiring mental health assessments for K-12 students who were removed from school due to violence

HB 2037 was heard in the House Education Committee on Feb. 16th, but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5740: Relating to extended foster care services

SB 5740 was signed into law by the Governor and although it goes into effect on July 24, 2015, the final category of youth, those with a medical condition, actually went into place on July 1, 2016.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5884: Relating to the trafficking of persons

SB 5884 was signed into law by the Governor and went into effect immediately.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1305: Relating to authorizing, funding, and encouraging the establishment of therapeutic courts

HB 1305 died, but the companion bill, SB 5107, was signed into law by the Governor on May 18th and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1760: Relating to providing students with skills that promote mental health and well-being and increase academic performance

HB 1760 was not heard in Appropriations and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1729: Relating to the administration of a statewide network of community-based domestic violence victim services by DSHS

HB 1729 was pulled in Senate Rules but did not come up for a vote in the Senate. The Senate companion bill, SSB5631 passed. See SSB 5631.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1713: Relating to integrating the treatment systems for mental health and chemical dependency

HB 1713 passed the House and was sent to the Senate. The Senate amended and passed the bill and sent it back to the House for concurrence. The House refused to concur and asked the Senate to recede from their amendments. When the legislature adjourned, agreement between the House and Senate had not been reached so the bill was sent back to House Rules. Rules was relieved of further consideration and the House passed the bill. It now goes back to the Senate. The Senate did not take up the bill during the 1st special session and therefore was referred back to the House. This bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1734: Relating to creation of the one family one team public-private court innovation demonstration

HB 1734 was not been scheduled for a hearing in House Appropriations and therefore died. However, funding for the planning process was included in the House and Senate budgets.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1553: Relating to certificates of restoration of opportunity

HB 1553 was heard in the Senate Law and Justice Committee on March 19th, 8:00. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5245: Relating to substance abuse prevention and treatment programs funded by the marijuana excise tax

SB 5245 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2136: Relating to comprehensive marijuana market reforms to ensure a well-regulated and taxed marijuana market in Washington State

ESSHB 2136 passed the House and was referred to Senate Ways and Means. At the end of the 1st special session, the bill was referred back to the House Rules Committee. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on June 30, 2015 and went into effect on July 1, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1281: Relating to sexual exploitation of minors

HB 1281 was signed into law by the Governor on May 18th and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1674: Relating to allowing youthful offenders who complete their confinement terms prior to age 21 equal access to a full continuum of rehabilitative and reentry services

Governor Inslee signed HB 1674 into law on May 1, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5692: Relating to permanency plans of care for dependent children

SB 5692 was signed into law by the Governor and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1886: Relating to criminal and public safety background checks for gun sales and transfers

HB 1886 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1424: Relating to Suicide Prevention

HB 1424 was signed into law and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5879: Relating to early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families

SB 5879 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1139: Relating to establishing a work group to study human trafficking of youth

HB 1139 was heard and passed in the House Public Safety Committee, sent to Rules, and passed by the House. The bill was referred to Senate Law and Justice, was not scheduled for a hearing and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5564: Relating to decreasing the barriers to successful community participate for individuals involved with the juvenile justice system

SB 5564 was signed into law by the Governor (with a partial, expected, veto) and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5005: Relating to grandparent visitation rights

SB 5005 was referred to Sen. Law and Justice but has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, it is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5776: Relating to food stamp work requirements

SB 5776 was referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing Committee and was scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5078: Relating to investing in programs for persons with mental illness and chemical dependency

SB 5078 was passed by the Senate Committee on Human Services and Mental Health & Housing committee and referred to Ways and Means. The bill was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1728: Relating to creating the parents for parents program

HB 1728 was heard and passed in Appropriations and went go to Rules. HB 1728 was put in the Rules X file, (which means not coming out of Rules) in great part because the Senate companion, SB 5486, passed the Senate and was referred to the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee. Therefore this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5883: Relating to human trafficking informational posters in public restrooms

SB 5883 did not come out of Senate Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5663: Relating to allowing youthful offenders who complete their confinement terms prior to age 21 equal access to a full continuum of rehabilitative and reentry services

SB 5663 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead. However, the companion, HB 1674, was signed into law. See HB 1674.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5440: Relating to scope of practice for certified counselors and advisers

SB 5440 was referred to the Senate Health Committee, but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5794: Relating to requiring the department of social and health services to request all necessary exemptions and waivers from the federal government to allow students to use electronic benefit transfer cards at institutions of higher education

SB 5794 was referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing Committee and was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1862: Relating to professional development for school counselors, social workers, and psychologist

HB 1862 was referred to the House Education Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1735: Relating to extended foster care services

HB 1735 was amended and exec’d in Senate Ways and Means (without a hearing) and is now in Senate Rules. This bill is dead. It is very likely the Senate bill will be the vehicle (SB 5740).
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5745: Relating to implementing Becca task force truancy reform recommendations

SB 5745 died in the Senate Rules Committee.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1505: Relating to juvenile restorative justice programs

HB 1505 was pulled in Senate Rules, but did not come up for a vote by the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5688: Relating to providing students with skills that promote mental health and well-being and increase academic performance

SB 5688 did not get out of House Rules and therefore is dead. However, both the House and Senate budgets included funding for social-emotional learning , which means that it potentially be considered ‘necessary to implement the budget’ or solely be addressed through a budget proviso.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5631: Relating to the administration of a statewide network of community-based domestic violence victim services by DSHS

SB 5631 was signed into law by the Governor on May 18th and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1717: Relating to services for victims of sexual assault

HB 1717 has not been heard in the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee. Therefore, the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1800: Relating to filing a petition seeking termination of parental rights

HB 1800 reverted back to House Rules since it did not come up on the concurrence calendar during the regular session and did not come up for consideration during the 1st special session.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1245: Relating to criminal and public safety background checks for gun sales and transfers

HB 1245 was referred to the House Judiciary Committee and has not been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore, this bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1134: Relating to scope of practice for certified counselors and advisers

HB 1134 was heard and passed in the Senate Health Committee and is now in Rules. The bill did not get pulled in Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1568: Relating to dropout prevention through engaging youth in farming

HB 1568 was heard and passed in the House Education Committee. It was then referred to Appropriations, but was not heard and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5107: Relating to authorizing and funding the establishment of therapeutic courts

SB 5107 was signed into law by the Governor and went into effect on July 24, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5605: Relating to arrest of sixteen and seventeen year olds for domestic violence assault

SB 5605 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5486: Relating to creating the parents for parents program

2SSB 5486 (second substitute senate bill) was signed into law by the Governor. The law went into effect on July 24th, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2220: Relating to promoting self-sufficiency in families receiving temporary assistance for needy families

HB 2220 was introduced on March 30th and referred to Appropriations. It was considered a bill necessary to implement the budget so was not subject to the cut-off for introduction. The bill has not been scheduled for a hearing and therefore died.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1138: Relating to creating a task force on mental health and suicide prevention in higher education

HB 1138 was signed into law by the Governor and went into effect July 24th, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1794: Relating to early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families

HB 1794 did not get pulled in Rules (or come up for a vote in the House) and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5865: Relating to services for victims of sexual assault

SB 5865 was referred to the Senate Human Services, Mental Health and Housing Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1672: Relating to information related to reports of child abuse and neglect

HB 1672 was heard in the Senate Human Services, Mental Health, and Housing Committee on March 12th. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5065: Relating to improving educational outcomes for homeless students

SB 5065 was not scheduled for a hearing in Ways and Means, however, the data collection portion of the bill was amended onto SSB 5404. Therefore, SB 5065 is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2140: Relating to good cause exceptions during permanency hearings

HB 2140 was signed into law by the Governor and went into effect on June 30, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5787: Relating to a model policy and procedures for language access by limited-English proficient parents of students

SB 5787 was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee. It was then heard in Ways and Means, but did not come up for a vote and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1491: Relating to improving quality in the early care and education system

ESSHB 1491 was heard, amended and passed in the Senate Ways and Means Committee, was pulled in Senate Rules, and voted on by the Senate on April 9th. Differences between the version of the bill that passed out of the House and the version that passed out of the Senate went into a “conference committee.” This small group, made up of House and Senate members, Rs and Ds, worked to resolve their differences and bring an agreed upon substitute back to both houses for final passage. The bill was signed by the Governor on July 6 and went into effect October 9, 2015.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5547: Relating to requiring a minimum grade point average or equivalent to renew a state need grant

SB 5547 did not come up for a vote in the Senate and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1476: Relating to removing references to faith-based exemptions regarding criminal mistreatment of children and vulnerable adults

HB 1476 did not come up for a vote on the House floor and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1682: Relating to improving educational outcomes for homeless students through increased in-school guidance supports, housing stability, and identification services

HB 1682 was passed in the House Education Committee and referred to Appropriations. This bill is dead. Note: This is not a new bill, however, it has been newly added to the weekly update.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2067: Relating to specifying qualified grandparents are the priority placement option for children needing out-of-home care

HB 2067 was referred to the Early Learning and Human Services Committee but has not yet been scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5718: Relating to consideration of equity and social justice impacts from public education system decision making

SB 5718 was heard in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education on Feb. 9th. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1236: Relating to the elimination of parent or guardian approval requirement for the college bound scholarship pledge

HB 1236 will be heard in the Senate Higher Ed Committee on March 24th, 1:30. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1783: Relating to expanding dual language and bilingual instruction for early learners though secondary students

HB 1783 was referred to the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Committee and was heard on March 17th. It was not scheduled for executive action and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5079: Relating to notifying the military regarding child abuse and neglect allegation of families with active military status

SB 5079 did not come out of House Rules and therefore is dead. SB 5079 was passed by the Senate and the House on May 28th. The bill now goes to the Governor. It has not yet been scheduled for action.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 2006: Relating to a model policy and procedures for language access by limited-English proficient parents of students

HB 2006 was referred to the House Education Committee but was not scheduled for a hearing. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5852: Relating to behavioral rehabilitation services

SB 5852 was heard in Ways and Means and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

SB 5690: Relating to school-community learning assistance program action plans

SB 5690 was referred to the Senate Early Learning/K-12 Committee and was not heard. Therefore the bill is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1164: Relating to equipment assistance grants to enhance student nutrition in public schools

HB 1164 did not come out of House Rules and therefore is dead.
Bill Jun 19, 2015

HB 1408: Relating to developing a definit