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WA SB6087

Bill

Status

Passed

3/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Braun

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Donors of baby items (clothing, cribs, car seats, strollers, toys, etc.) less than five years old are granted immunity from tort liability for injury, death, or damage caused by donated items, provided donations are made in good faith and without knowledge of defects

  • Immunity does not apply if the donor knew or should have known the item was unsafe, failed to disclose known defects, or acted with willful misconduct, gross negligence, or intentional wrongdoing

  • State Board of Health must establish rules by December 31, 2026 for safe receipt and handling of donated baby items by distributing organizations

  • Department of Health must develop educational materials with health and safety guidelines for donors by December 31, 2026

  • Effective date is January 1, 2027, and does not affect civil actions pending before that date

Legislative Description

Revised for 1st substitute: Concerning donations for children.

Last Action

Effective date 6/11/2026.

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/25/2026
Civil Rights & Judiciary2/14/2026
Rules1/30/2026
Law & Justice1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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