HR 4602 Washington House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

This is a symbolic House resolution (HR 4602) passed by the Washington State House of Representatives to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy. It contains no new laws, funding, or policy changes - only commemorative language recognizing his civil rights work, nonviolent philosophy, and impact on the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965. The resolution has no direct effect on people, communities, or legislation; it is purely a ceremonial tribute. It was adopted on January 20, 2025, by the full House.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Jan 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Jan 20, 2025 Last action Jan 20, 2025

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

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Total actions

2

Key actions

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Committee

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Jan 20, 2025

Lower · Passed

Adopted.

lower

Jan 20, 2025

Introduced

Introduced.

lower

1 primary · 96 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator

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State

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Adison Richards