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WA SB5103

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Hasegawa

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Washington Clemency and Pardons Board to consider expedited review of pardon or commutation applications when petitioners indicate urgent need due to a pending deportation order or deportation proceeding

  • Establishes that applicants are eligible for a pardon, commutation, or restoration of civil rights regardless of their immigration status

  • Amends RCW 9.94A.885, which governs the clemency and pardons board's authority to review petitions for sentence commutation and pardons in extraordinary cases

  • Maintains existing requirements for public hearings and 30-day notice to prosecuting attorneys before clemency recommendations, with the board retaining authority to waive the notice period when necessary for timely action

Legislative Description

Expediting review of sentences when there exists a pending deportation proceeding.

Last Action

Senate Rules "X" file.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules4/27/2025
Community Safety2/11/2025
Rules1/23/2025
Human Services1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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