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WA HB2293

WA HB2293
Prohibiting law enforcement training with certain foreign entities.


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Introduced
01/12/2026
In Committee
01/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to prohibiting law enforcement training with 2 certain foreign entities; adding a new section to chapter 10.93 RCW; 3 adding a new section to chapter 43.43 RCW; and adding a new section 4 to chapter 43.101 RCW. 5

AI Summary

This bill prohibits Washington law enforcement agencies, including general authority and limited authority agencies, as well as the Washington State Patrol and the commission (likely referring to the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission), from participating in any training programs, exchanges, or partnerships with foreign countries' military forces, intelligence agencies, or security services. It also prevents these entities from funding, sponsoring, or facilitating their officers' travel to foreign countries for such training purposes. The bill aims to prevent Washington law enforcement from engaging with foreign entities that may have concerning human rights records or operate under different legal and ethical standards.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Public hearing in the House Committee on Community Safety at 4:00 PM. (on 01/13/2026)

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