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WA SB5159
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sharon Shewmake
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AI Summary
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Establishes "Trick-or-Treat Day" as the last Saturday in October, with cities, towns, and counties authorized to move it to the last Friday in October due to inclement weather
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Adds Trick-or-Treat Day to Washington's list of recognized days that are not legal holidays for any purpose
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Aims to reduce school absenteeism and learning loss associated with Halloween falling on weekdays
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Intended to improve public safety by allowing trick-or-treating to begin earlier before nightfall and enabling road closures on non-commuter days
Legislative Description
Establishing trick-or-treat day.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections1/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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