Last deadline of Washington legislative session kills more bills

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: March 7, 2026

Words: 881

Last Updated: 3 days, 6 hours ago

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So close.

With less than a week to go, policy proposals could see the finish line to becoming law in the Washington Legislature. But the last deadline of the legislative session Friday stopped some of them in their tracks.

To remain in play, bills needed to pass out of the opposite chamber from where they were introduced. Senate bills through the House, and vice versa. If they didn’t, they’re dead for now, and sponsors will …

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