Reaffirming our relationship with Canada.
SR 8641 is a non-binding Senate resolution recognizing Washington State's longstanding relationship with Canada. It acknowledges shared economic ties (including $8 billion in annual exports), cultural connections, and practical border cooperation - such as for Point Roberts residents and cross-border emergency aid - without creating new laws or policies. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's view of Canada as a vital partner but has no legal effect on governance or funding. It was adopted by the Washington State Senate on April 11, 2025.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Apr 2025
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 11, 2025
Last action Apr 11, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
1
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Apr 11, 2025
Upper · Passed
Adopted.
upper
1 primary · 19 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sharon Shewmake
DDemocratic
Co
Adrian Cortes
DDemocratic
Co
Claire Wilson
DDemocratic
Co
Claudia Kauffman
DDemocratic
Co
Derek Stanford
DDemocratic
Co
Drew MacEwen
RRepublican
Co
Javier Valdez
DDemocratic
Co
Jesse Salomon
DDemocratic
Co
John Lovick
DDemocratic
Co
Judy Warnick
RRepublican
Co
Keith Goehner
RRepublican
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