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WA HB1457

Bill

Status

Passed

4/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Griffey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires mandatory electronic monitoring for all sexually violent predators granted conditional release to a less restrictive alternative, with monitoring that provides real-time tracking, programmable inclusion/exclusion zones, and tamper/zone violation notifications

  • Maintains existing requirements including minimum 500-foot residence restrictions from schools (K-12) and child care facilities, supervision by Department of Corrections community corrections officers, and court-imposed individualized conditions

  • Passed unanimously in both chambers (House 96-0 on March 3, 2025; Senate 49-0 on April 2, 2025) and signed by Governor Bob Ferguson on April 11, 2025

  • Effective date: July 27, 2025

Legislative Description

Requiring electronic monitoring of sexually violent predators granted conditional release.

Last Action

Effective date 7/27/2025.

4/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules3/24/2025
Law & Justice3/5/2025
Rules2/13/2025
Community Safety1/21/2025

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