WA SR8669

Recognizes and honors voluntary blood donors for their lifesaving contributions to Washington state

Honors nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and community partners who collaborate with the Northwest Blood Coalition to host blood drives

Joins the Northwest Blood Coalition in observing National Blood Donor Month during January, first established by President Nixon's proclamation on December 31, 1969

Acknowledges that fewer than 5% of eligible individuals donate blood annually, despite one donation potentially saving up to three lives

Notes that January presents heightened risk to blood supply due to seasonal illness, severe weather, and reduced donor availability, often resulting in "Code Red" shortages