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WA SB6055

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

T'wina Nobles

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the $18 cap on firearms background check fees charged by the Washington State Patrol, allowing fees to be set at amounts that cover direct and indirect program costs
  • Background check fee exemption applies to pawnbrokers receiving or redeeming pawned firearms
  • Section 1 amendments expire May 1, 2027, with Section 2 amendments taking effect on that same date to account for changes from prior legislation (2025 c 370 s 17)
  • Washington State Patrol must report annually to the legislature on average processing times for background check requests

Legislative Description

Concerning firearms background check.

Last Action

First reading, referred to Law & Justice.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Law & Justice1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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