Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

HB 2258: Animal control excise tax

In committee Last action January 12, 2026: First reading, referred to Finance.

Plain-language summary

HB 2258 is a bill introduced in the Washington House on January 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Authorizing cities and counties the ability to levy a household excise tax for the operation, maintenance, and capital needs of animal control and shelter systems. Primary sponsor: Lisa Parshley (D). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): First reading, referred to Finance.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Lisa Parshley (Democratic). 7 co-sponsors.