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WA SB6334
WA SB6334Prohibiting a less restrictive alternative placement from abutting a residence with a minor in the household.
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to prohibiting a less restrictive alternative 2 placement from abutting a residence with a minor in the household; 3 and amending RCW 71.09.096. 4
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to prohibit individuals released to a "less restrictive alternative" (LRA), which refers to a supervised release from a secure facility to a less controlled environment, from residing in a home that directly borders a residence where children live. Specifically, it adds a requirement that the court must ensure the person's residence does not "abut," meaning directly touch or share a property line with, a residence that has minors in the household, in addition to existing restrictions on proximity to schools and childcare facilities.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
First reading, referred to Human Services. (on 01/29/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6334&Year=2025&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/6334.pdf |
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