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WA HB1361

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Natasha Hill

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Updates service of process requirements for business entities by aligning with RCW 23.95.450, allowing service on "represented entities" through their registered agents rather than listing specific corporate officers
  • Modernizes nonresident motorist service of process by designating the Secretary of State as the lawful attorney for nonresidents involved in accidents on Washington highways
  • Extends the same service provisions to Washington residents who cannot be found within three years after a highway accident, collision, or liability
  • Requires the Secretary of State to forward summons copies within eight business days (replacing the vague "forthwith" requirement) and establishes fee requirements set by rule
  • Repeals RCW 4.28.090 regarding service on corporations without officers in the state, effective July 27, 2025

Legislative Description

Updating process service requirements.

Last Action

Effective date 7/27/2025.

4/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules3/24/2025
Law & Justice3/7/2025
Rules2/13/2025
Civil Rights & Judiciary1/17/2025

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