Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

SB 5830: Political affil./hate crimes

In committee Last action January 12, 2026: First reading, referred to Law & Justice.

Plain-language summary

SB 5830 is a bill introduced in the Washington Senate on December 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifying hate crimes to include political affiliation. Primary sponsor: Phil Fortunato (R). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): First reading, referred to Law & Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Phil Fortunato (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.