WA HB1354

Adds a new statutory definition of "legislative session employee" as someone hired by the Washington State Legislature for the duration of the regular legislative session, with employment potentially continuing through special sessions

Establishes benefits eligibility for legislative session employees beginning on their employment start date, with uninterrupted employer contributions continuing until the final day of the month when the next regular legislative session begins

Amends RCW 41.05.011 (definitions) and RCW 41.05.065 (public employees' benefits board) to incorporate legislative session employees into the Public Employees' Benefits Board insurance programs

Creates a coverage framework allowing session employees to maintain health benefits during the period between legislative sessions rather than losing coverage when their temporary employment ends