Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

HB 1344: Respite care

In committee Last action January 12, 2026: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

Plain-language summary

HB 1344 is a bill introduced in the Washington House on January 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Increasing access to respite care for those with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their caregivers. Primary sponsor: Stephanie Barnard (R). It lists 12 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Stephanie Barnard (Republican). 12 co-sponsors.