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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to adding an additional superior court judge in 2 Yakima county; and amending RCW 2.08.063. 3
AI Summary
This bill, by amending a state law (RCW 2.08.063), adds one more superior court judge to Yakima County, increasing the total number of judges in that county from eight to nine. Superior courts are the trial courts of general jurisdiction in Washington State, handling serious criminal cases, civil disputes, and other significant legal matters. The addition of a judge is intended to help manage the workload and ensure timely access to justice in Yakima County.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations. (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2412&Year=2025&Initiative=false |
| House bill report | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/2412%20HBR%20CRJ%2026.pdf |
| House bill analysis 2026 | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/2412%20HBA%20CRJ%2026.pdf |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/2412.pdf |
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