Prohibiting law enforcement training with certain foreign entities.
HB 2293 prohibits Washington state law enforcement agencies, including the Washington State Patrol and peace officer training commissions, from participating in or funding training, exchanges, or travel with foreign military forces, intelligence agencies, or security services. The bill directly affects all Washington law enforcement officers and agencies by banning partnerships, programs, or travel for foreign military/intelligence training. Key provisions require agencies to cease any existing arrangements and prevent future funding or facilitation of such international training activities. This policy change aims to restrict state law enforcement collaboration with foreign security entities, with no exemptions specified.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 7, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Lower · Passed
Public hearing in the House Committee on Community Safety at 4:00 PM.
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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