Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

SB 5497: Housing & shelters

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

Plain-language summary

SB 5497 is a bill introduced in the Washington Senate on January 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Concerning compliance with siting, development permit processes and standards, and requirements for permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, indoor emergency housing, or indoor emergency shelters. Primary sponsor: Emily Alvarado (D). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Emily Alvarado (Democratic). 6 co-sponsors.