WA HB2526

Renames "patronizing a prostitute" to "commercial sexual exploitation" and elevates it from a misdemeanor to a class C felony under Washington law

Doubles mandatory fees for commercial sexual exploitation convictions: $3,000 for first offense (up from $1,500), $5,000 for second offense (up from $2,500), and $10,000 for third or subsequent offenses (up from $5,000)

Establishes tiered fees for promoting prostitution: $3,000 first offense, $6,000 second offense, and $10,000 for two or more prior offenses

Requires at least 50% of collected fee revenue be spent on prevention programs including "john school" education for offenders and rehabilitative services for victims such as mental health counseling, housing, and vocational training

Directs 2% of fee revenue to be remitted quarterly to the Department of Commerce along with a report on fees assessed and spending