Sen. Drew MacEwen

Maddy summarySenate Bill 5690 directs the Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) to proactively coordinate with broadband and utility owners regarding planned state highway projects to facilitate the installation of broadband infrastructure. The bill allows the DOT to install broadband conduit during road construction if owners are unable, aiming to reduce future traffic impacts and support telework. It also requires the DOT to provide utility owners with advance notice for state fish barrier removal projects. The DOT is encouraged to seek federal funding for utility relocation costs associated with these projects and must report on its federal funding efforts and recommendations by December 15, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 6091 prohibits real estate brokers in Washington from marketing residential properties exclusively to a limited group of buyers or brokers, requiring them instead to concurrently market the property to the general public and all other brokers. This applies to brokers representing sellers, with exceptions only if necessary to protect the health or safety of the owner or occupant. The bill amends Washington’s real estate laws (RCW 18.86.031 and 18.86.120) to enforce this requirement, ensuring broader market access for residential properties. It directly affects real estate brokers and sellers who might otherwise restrict marketing to select buyers.

Maddy summaryWashington State's SB 5874 modifies penalties for employers who fail to properly report unemployment compensation information. It establishes a $25 penalty for late filings, with warning letters for first-time incomplete reports, followed by escalating fines ($75, $150, $250) for repeated errors within five years. Employers may avoid penalties for minor mistakes like software errors causing missing job titles, but intentional misreporting of payroll could lead to fines up to 10 times the underpaid amount. The bill directly affects Washington employers required to submit quarterly unemployment tax reports.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Senator Matt Boehnke for his distinguished service to the people of Washington state and the 8th Legislative District. The resolution formally recognizes his career progression from the Kennewick City Council to the State House and Senate, highlighting his work on technology innovation, workforce development, and energy policy. It also acknowledges his military service as a lieutenant colonel in the Army aviation branch and his current role as a cybersecurity professor at Columbia Basin College. The Senate expresses gratitude for his leadership and commits to sending a copy of the resolution to Senator Boehnke and his family as a token of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Senator Rebecca Saldaña for her decade of service to the 37th Legislative District and the state of Washington. The bill formally commends her legislative work, including sponsoring landmark laws on environmental justice, domestic workers' rights, and adult entertainment worker protections. It recognizes her role as chair of the Senate Labor and Commerce Committee and her advocacy for frontline communities, workers, and communities of color. The resolution is transmitted to Senator Saldaña by the Secretary of the Senate as an official expression of gratitude for her contributions to Washington state policy.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Senator Judy Warnick for her nearly two decades of service in the Washington State Legislature, recognizing her leadership roles and contributions to agriculture, rural development, and community advocacy. The resolution formally acknowledges her work as a former dairy farmer and her service on multiple committees, including her role as Chair of the Senate Agriculture, Water & Rural Economic Development Committee. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for her dedication to public service and directs that copies of the resolution be sent to Senator Warnick and her family as a token of gratitude.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors Senator Steve Conway for his 34 years of service to Washington state, particularly his advocacy for workers' rights and labor policy. The resolution formally commends his contributions to collective bargaining, pension systems, and local community projects, including funding for educational and cultural facilities. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his legislative career and public service. The Senate transmitted this resolution to Senator Conway as a gesture of appreciation for his work representing the 29th Legislative District.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally acknowledges March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Washington state. It recognizes approximately 120,000 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and honors the families, caregivers, and service providers who support them. The resolution expresses appreciation for the inclusive community efforts that help individuals with disabilities participate fully in society. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness and promote inclusion.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Washington state. It directs the Senate to send copies to motorcycle safety organizations, transportation agencies, and advocacy groups like ABATE and Bikers Against Child Abuse. The resolution has no legal effect but aims to promote public awareness of motorcycle safety through official recognition. It does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 8672) honoring Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, a Washington State Patrol officer who died in the line of duty on December 19, 2025. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to her family, commends her service and embodiment of the Patrol's motto ("Service with Humility"), and extends gratitude to all Washington State Patrol members. It has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic recognition of her life and service, with copies sent to her family and Patrol leadership.