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WA HB2036

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/9/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jenny Graham

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Offenders convicted of violent offenses committed with a firearm or who received a firearm enhancement under RCW 9.94A.533(3) are prohibited from earning early release credits

  • Amends RCW 9.94A.729, which governs earned release time for good behavior and performance in Washington state correctional facilities

  • Adds this firearm-related restriction alongside existing prohibitions on earned release for those serving sentences under RCW 9.94A.670(5)(a)

  • Officially designated as the "Gavin Looper Act"

Legislative Description

Concerning persons convicted of violent offenses with a firearm.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Community Safety3/9/2025

Full Bill Text

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