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Introduced
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Acknowledging March as developmental disabilities awareness month.
AI Summary
This resolution acknowledges March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing individuals with developmental disabilities and their contributions to families, communities, and public life in Washington state. Developmental disabilities are lifelong conditions that can impact learning, communication, mobility, or independent living, and the resolution emphasizes that every person deserves dignity and respect. It highlights that approximately 1.58 percent of Washington's population, an estimated 120,000 people, meet the criteria for intellectual and developmental disabilities, each possessing unique talents and goals. The resolution further underscores the importance of belonging, stability, and community support for these individuals, who are students, coworkers, neighbors, friends, and loved ones. It also expresses appreciation for the collaborative efforts of families, caregivers, educators, health care professionals, service providers, and advocates who support individuals with developmental disabilities throughout their lives, from early learning to employment and community connection, ultimately strengthening Washington's commitment to equity and opportunity by ensuring full inclusion and participation.
Sponsors (49)
Claudia Kauffman (D)*,
Emily Alvarado (D),
Jessica Bateman (D),
Matt Boehnke (R),
John Braun (R),
Mike Chapman (D),
Leonard Christian (R),
Annette Cleveland (D),
Steve Conway (D),
Adrian Cortes (D),
Manka Dhingra (D),
Perry Dozier (R),
Phil Fortunato (R),
Noel Frame (D),
Chris Gildon (R),
Keith Goehner (R),
Drew Hansen (D),
Paul Harris (R),
Bob Hasegawa (D),
Jeff Holy (R),
Victoria Hunt (D),
Curtis King (R),
Deborah Krishnadasan (D),
Marko Liias (D),
Liz Lovelett (D),
John Lovick (D),
Drew MacEwen (R),
Jim McCune (R),
Ron Muzzall (R),
T'wina Nobles (D),
Tina Orwall (D),
Jamie Pedersen (D),
Marcus Riccelli (D),
June Robinson (D),
Rebecca Saldaña (D),
Jesse Salomon (D),
Mark Schoesler (R),
Sharon Shewmake (D),
Shelly Short (R),
Vandana Slatter (D),
Derek Stanford (D),
Nikki Torres (R),
Yasmin Trudeau (D),
Javier Valdez (D),
Keith Wagoner (R),
Judy Warnick (R),
Lisa Wellman (D),
Claire Wilson (D),
Jeff Wilson (R),
Last Action
Adopted. (on 03/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=8689&Year=2025&Initiative=false | 03/10/2026 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Resolutions/8689-Developmental%20disabilities.pdf | 03/10/2026 |
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