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WA HB1007

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Sam Low

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends RCW 12.40.060 to change the language in small claims notice requirements from stating that judgment "will" be given against a non-appearing defendant to judgment "may" be given
  • Retains existing requirements that small claims notices must include plaintiff's name and address, nature and amount of claim, court appearance date (minimum 5 days from service), and warning about default judgment
  • Passed unanimously in both chambers (House 93-0, Senate 49-0) and signed by Governor Ferguson on April 11, 2025
  • Effective date: July 27, 2025

Legislative Description

Concerning requisites of notice in small claims actions.

Last Action

Effective date 7/27/2025.

4/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules3/24/2025
Law & Justice2/14/2025
Rules2/6/2025
Civil Rights & Judiciary1/13/2025

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