Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

HB 2197: English as state language

In committee Last action January 12, 2026: First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations.

Plain-language summary

HB 2197 is a bill introduced in the Washington House on December 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Designating English as the official language of the state. Primary sponsor: Hunter Abell (R). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Hunter Abell (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.