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WA HB2220
WA HB2220Concerning state oversight and accountability of the criminal justice training commission.
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Introduced
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to state oversight and accountability of the 2 criminal justice training commission; amending RCW 43.101.080 and 3 43.101.380; and adding a new section to chapter 43.101 RCW. 4
AI Summary
This bill enhances state oversight and accountability of the Criminal Justice Training Commission by requiring law enforcement agencies to submit biennial reports detailing officer certifications, training records, and decertifications, which the commission will then summarize and report to the governor and legislature. It also modifies the composition of hearings panels that review certification actions for peace officers, corrections officers, and tribal police officers, increasing the number of experienced officers on these panels and allowing administrative law judges to cast a vote if a panel cannot reach a majority decision, thereby strengthening the commission's ability to ensure adherence to law and agency policy and maintain public trust.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Mari Leavitt (D)*,
Hunter Abell (R),
Brian Burnett (R),
Lauren Davis (D),
Kristine Reeves (D),
Adison Richards (D),
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations. (on 02/04/2026)
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