Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.
This House resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States founding on July 4, 2026, specifically focusing on Washington State's role in that history. The bill formally recognizes the significance of the Declaration of Independence and encourages citizens, organizations, and businesses in Washington to participate in commemorative events celebrating American heritage and federalist principles. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the nation's founding ideals and Washington's contributions to the country's development.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 2, 2026
Last action Mar 2, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted.
lower
Mar 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
lower
1 primary · 33 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Carolyn Eslick
RRepublican
Co
Alex Ybarra
RRepublican
Co
Andrew Barkis
RRepublican
Co
Andrew Engell
RRepublican
Co
April Connors
RRepublican
Co
Brian Burnett
RRepublican
Co
Chris Corry
RRepublican
Co
Chris Stearns
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Bronoske
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Griffey
RRepublican
Co
Dave Stuebe
RRepublican
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