Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

SB 5098: Weapons in certain areas

Passed one chamber Last action March 12, 2026: By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.

Plain-language summary

SB 5098 is a bill introduced in the Washington Senate on December 20, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Restricting the possession of weapons on the premises of state or local public buildings, parks or playground facilities where children are likely to be present, and county fairs and county fair facilities. Primary sponsor: Javier Valdez (D). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): By resolution, returned to Senate Rules Committee for third reading.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Javier Valdez (Democratic). 10 co-sponsors.