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WA HB1805
Bill
Status
2/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Steve Tharinger
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AI Summary
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County legislative authorities may impose a local sales and use tax of up to 0.01% by resolution or ordinance to fund children and family services
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Tax revenue must be used exclusively for services including child care, maternity support, school-based mental/social/physical health services, workforce capacity building, shelter, rental assistance, and client transportation
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Addresses identified service gaps not covered by Medicaid or county behavioral health programs, such as crisis stabilization, children's mental health therapies, prevention and early interventions, and culturally appropriate models for community-based organizations
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Intended to reduce long-term needs and improve outcomes related to youth violence, drug use, and suicides through early intervention with children and families
Legislative Description
Creating a local sales and use tax to fund services for children and families that enhance well-being, promote mental health, and provide early interventions.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026