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WA HB1959
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeremie Dufault
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AI Summary
- Eliminates Washington State's Office of Equity, which was established in 2020 under RCW Chapter 43.06D
- Repeals eight statutory sections governing the office, including provisions for its establishment, director appointment, duties, authority, and oversight of State Patrol diversity recruitment
- Claims projected taxpayer savings of $19,500,000
- Suggests the office could be reconstituted as a nonprofit organization if it has strong public support, but would no longer receive state funding
Legislative Description
Eliminating the office of equity.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government & Tribal Relations2/12/2025
Full Bill Text
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