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WA SB5237
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ron Muzzall
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AI Summary
- Creates a new misdemeanor offense for knowingly leaving a child under age 9 unattended by an adult in a parked automobile
- Retains existing gross misdemeanor penalty for leaving children under age 12 unattended in a parked vehicle while entering a tavern or liquor establishment
- Appropriates $100,000 from the general fund to the Department of Health for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026
- Funds will support public awareness campaigns about the law and dangers of leaving young children unattended in vehicles
Legislative Description
Concerning leaving a child unattended in a vehicle.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Law & Justice1/14/2025
Full Bill Text
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