Rep. Joe Schmick

Maddy summaryHB 2110 establishes minimum personnel requirements for ambulance services during interfacility specialty care transports, which are transfers of critically ill or injured patients between medical facilities. The bill requires ambulances providing specialty care transport - defined as care needing physician, registered nurse, or specially trained paramedic-level personnel - to have sufficient staff, including at least one emergency medical technician (EMT) under secretary-promulgated standards. It amends existing Washington state law (RCW 18.73.030 and 18.73.150) to clarify definitions and standards for these specialized transports, ensuring consistent protocols for patient safety during critical transfers. This directly affects ambulance services, EMTs, and hospitals coordinating patient transfers.

Maddy summaryHB 1526 modifies Washington's snack bar liquor license fee structure. It maintains the $125 annual fee for licenses allowing limited beer/wine sales on-premises (where alcohol isn't the main business), but adds a temporary fee waiver for 12 months starting March 2021. The waiver applies to licenses expiring during that period or newly issued to previously licensed businesses, excluding establishments suspended for violating health/safety rules or COVID-19 emergency orders. This directly affects small businesses operating under snack bar licenses, particularly those impacted by pandemic-related restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes Representative Virginia "Jenny" Graham for her public service in the Washington State House of Representatives. It highlights her eight-year tenure, her advocacy for public safety, and her work on community safety and veterans' issues. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally honors John Michael Sattgast for his 35 years of dedicated service as a communications professional for the House Republican Caucus in the Washington State Legislature. It recognizes his work producing over 4,000 radio stories and coordinating media coverage for state representatives, as well as his leadership roles with the National Conference of State Legislatures. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to sharing legislative history and public information, noting his receipt of the 2023 Legislative Staff Achievement Award. This measure serves as a commemorative tribute rather than establishing new policy or affecting government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally acknowledges the service of Representative Steve Tharinger to his district and the Washington state legislature. It recognizes his long career in public service, including his time as a Clallam County Commissioner, his work on the House Capital Budget Committee, and his advocacy for environmental protection and healthcare. The resolution serves as a commemorative tribute to his contributions and personal qualities rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 2619 establishes a joint legislative task force to review agricultural regulations causing stress for farmers and workers. The task force, composed of legislative members and agency directors (including departments of agriculture, ecology, and labor), will study specific areas like land use, water stewardship, grazing rights, and pesticide rules. It must submit recommendations by November 1, 2028, and the task force expires June 30, 2029. This bill creates a review process but does not change existing regulations.

Maddy summaryWashington State's HJM 4004 is a joint memorial requesting Congress to amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act. It asks for expanded authority allowing state and tribal managers to use adaptive management tools - including lethal removal of sea lions - to protect endangered salmon stocks across all Washington marine waters and Puget Sound, beyond the current limited Columbia River authorization. The memorial cites a 2022 study showing pinniped populations contribute to salmon declines and a 2018 law that successfully reduced sea lion predation on the Columbia River. This request seeks to extend similar flexibility statewide for salmon recovery efforts. (Procedural memorial; not a bill with binding effect.)

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Consul General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest and expresses appreciation for their work in strengthening ties between Washington State and Israel. It highlights the consulate's role in providing consular services to Israeli Americans and visitors while promoting cultural exchanges and economic opportunities in technology, climate action, agriculture, biotechnology, and cybersecurity. The resolution acknowledges Ambassador Marco Sermoneta's service since 2022 and his efforts to build connections with political, business, and community leaders in the region. This is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or funding but serves to honor diplomatic efforts between the two states.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally commends the Seattle Seahawks organization for winning Super Bowl LX in 2026. It recognizes the team's historic championship victory, highlights the contributions of key players and staff, and acknowledges the support of Washington state fans. The resolution expresses appreciation from the House of Representatives and directs copies of the document to the Seahawks organization.

Maddy summaryHR 4700 designates March 9 as "Billy Frank Jr. Day" to honor the late Nisqually Tribe leader who dedicated his life to protecting tribal treaty fishing rights and environmental conservation. The resolution commemorates his pivotal role in landmark legal cases securing tribal fishing rights and his decades-long efforts to foster collaboration on salmon habitat restoration and natural resource management. It recognizes his legacy of consensus-building between tribes, state authorities, and diverse stakeholders to uphold treaty obligations and protect Washington's ecosystems. The resolution does not create new policy but serves as a symbolic tribute to his advocacy.