Concerning the community reinvestment program.
SB 6275 directs $100 million annually to address racial and economic disparities stemming from historical drug laws in Washington. It requires funds to support community-led initiatives - including small business grants, legal aid for expungement, violence prevention programs, and reentry services - prioritizing organizations run by and for Black, Latino, Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. The bill mandates annual reporting on fund distribution, a 10-year update cycle for the community reinvestment plan, and a study by the Washington State Institute for Public Policy to evaluate implementation. These provisions aim to ensure funds create lasting economic benefits without replacing private investment or requiring ongoing state support.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 22, 2026
Last action Feb 2, 2026
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Upper · Passed
Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 4:00 PM.
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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