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WA HB2255

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Amy Walen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires disclosure of third-party litigation funding arrangements to all parties in a lawsuit, including the funder's identity, citizenship, and a complete copy of the financing agreement within 35 days of execution

  • Prohibits litigation funders from influencing legal strategy, settlement decisions, or attorney conduct, reserving those rights solely to parties and their attorneys

  • Caps funder recovery at 25% of any judgment, settlement, or award, and limits interest rates to those allowed under RCW 19.52.020

  • Bans litigation financing directly or indirectly financed by foreign countries or entities of concern, including those on federal blocked persons lists or designated as foreign terrorist organizations

  • Violations constitute unfair or deceptive trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act, with penalties including $10,000 per violation and disgorgement of funds; effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Concerning litigation finance.

Last Action

House Rules "X" file.

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/4/2026
Civil Rights & Judiciary1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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