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WA HB2294

Bill

Status

Passed

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Darya Farivar

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits private agreements that restrict real property from being used as a grocery store or pharmacy when such use would otherwise be allowed under local zoning laws, declaring such restrictions void and unenforceable

  • Exempts agreements predating the law's effective date, and allows temporary restrictions when a grocery store or pharmacy relocates within one-half mile and reopens within one year, with a maximum three-year restriction on the former site

  • Permits retail centers to limit the number of grocery stores or pharmacies within the center, but prohibits enforcement of such restrictions if a site remains unused for over one year

  • Authorizes local governments to grant extensions for good cause, including extending the relocation distance to one mile and adjusting time limits for reopening or restriction duration

  • Enforcement available through the Attorney General under the Consumer Protection Act (chapter 19.86 RCW) and through civil actions by cities, towns, or counties seeking injunctive or declaratory relief

Legislative Description

Prohibiting negative use restrictions on real property that have the effect of limiting consumer access to food and medicine.

Last Action

Effective date 6/11/2026.

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/25/2026
Business, Trade & Economic Development2/17/2026
Rules1/30/2026
Consumer Protection & Business1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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