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Introduced
01/17/2024
01/17/2024
In Committee
01/17/2024
01/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to prohibiting the use of hog-tying; reenacting 2 and amending RCW 10.120.010; adding a new section to chapter 10.120 3 RCW; creating a new section; and declaring an emergency. 4
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of "hog-tying" by peace officers in the state of Washington. Hog-tying is defined as connecting a hobble restraint to handcuffs or other types of restraints. The bill also requires officers who witness another officer engaging in or attempting to engage in hog-tying to intervene and report the wrongdoing. Additionally, the bill requires officers to render aid to any person injured as a result of hog-tying. The bill declares an emergency, stating that it is necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety, and takes effect immediately.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (32)
Sharlett Mena (D)*,
Emily Alvarado (D),
Jessica Bateman (D),
April Berg (D),
Steve Bergquist (D),
Mike Chapman (D),
Frank Chopp (D),
Julio Cortes (D),
Lauren Davis (D),
Beth Doglio (D),
Brandy Donaghy (D),
Debra Entenman (D),
Darya Farivar (D),
Jake Fey (D),
Mary Fosse (D),
Mia Gregerson (D),
David Hackney (D),
Debra Lekanoff (D),
Nicole Macri (D),
Melanie Morgan (D),
Greg Nance (D),
Timm Ormsby (D),
Gerry Pollet (D),
Alex Ramel (D),
Bill Ramos (D),
Julia Reed (D),
Tarra Simmons (D),
Vandana Slatter (D),
Chris Stearns (D),
Chipalo Street (D),
Jamila Taylor (D),
My-Linh Thai (D),
Last Action
First reading, referred to Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry. (on 01/17/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2414&Year=2023&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/2414.pdf |
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