Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

HB 1703: Equine industry

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

Plain-language summary

HB 1703 is a bill introduced in the Washington House on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishing an equine industry tax credit, allowing the horse racing commission to impose a fee, and using equine industry sales tax revenues for federal regulatory compliance. Primary sponsor: Chris Stearns (D). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chris Stearns (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.