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WA HB1321

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Sharlett Mena

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Armed military forces from other states, territories, or districts are prohibited from entering Washington to perform military duty without the governor's permission
  • Exception applies when such forces have been called into active service of the United States and are acting under presidential authority
  • Adds a new section to chapter 38.08 RCW (relating to the state militia)
  • Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon approval on April 21, 2025
  • Passed House 58-37 on March 10, 2025, and Senate 30-19 on April 10, 2025

Legislative Description

Concerning the governor's authority to limit outside militia activities within the state.

Last Action

Effective date 4/21/2025.

4/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules3/29/2025
State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections3/12/2025
Rules2/5/2025
State Government & Tribal Relations1/15/2025

Full Bill Text

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