Published on Apr 13, 2026
Quiet year on environmental issues
It was a fairly quiet legislative session on environmental issues that affect cities. The bright spot was a bill to make it easier to address derelict vessels before they sink and cause damage. HB 2199 was spearheaded by the City of Poulsbo. The legislation makes it easier for abandoned vessels to qualify for state programs to finance disposal, including when owners cannot be identified.
Bill # | Description | Status |
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HB 2199 | Derelict vessels | Law; effective June 11, 2026 |
SB 6154 | Culvert permits for local governments | Did not pass |
SB 6271 | Mattress producer responsibility | Did not pass |
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Session recap
AWC's bill tracker
Visit AWC’s bill tracker to learn about legislation with city impacts this year.