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WA HB2146

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Cyndy Jacobsen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends RCW 9.68A.040 to expand the definition of sexual exploitation of a minor to include causing a minor to view sexually explicit conduct, in addition to engaging in such conduct
  • Maintains existing prohibitions against compelling minors through threat or force to engage in sexually explicit conduct that will be photographed or part of a live performance
  • Continues to criminalize aiding, inviting, employing, authorizing, or causing minors to engage in sexually explicit conduct for photography or live performance
  • Preserves provisions holding parents, legal guardians, or custodians liable for permitting minors to engage in such conduct
  • Sexual exploitation of a minor remains classified as a class B felony under chapter 9A.20 RCW

Legislative Description

Combating sexual exploitation of minors.

Last Action

Referred to Appropriations.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/4/2026
Community Safety1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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