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WA SB6339
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nikki Torres
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AI Summary
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Amends RCW 71.09.096 governing conditional release of civilly committed sexually violent predators to less restrictive alternative (LRA) placements
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Adds new requirement that courts must confirm the LRA residence is owned by the same person or persons who will be providing or monitoring the individual's treatment before authorizing release
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Maintains existing requirements including electronic monitoring with real-time GPS tracking, minimum 500-foot distance from schools and child care facilities, and supervision by Department of Corrections
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Retains fair share principles requiring equitable distribution of LRA placements across counties to prevent disproportionate concentration in any single community
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Preserves annual court review of each person's conditional release status to determine whether continued release remains appropriate for the individual and adequate to protect the community
Legislative Description
Requiring a less restrictive alternative placement to be owned and operated by the same individuals.
Last Action
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services at 8:00 AM.
2/4/2026