Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill

SB 5913: Public defense caseloads

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

Plain-language summary

SB 5913 is a bill introduced in the Washington Senate on December 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clarifying public defense caseload standards for local jurisdictions. Primary sponsor: Nikki Torres (R). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): First reading, referred to Law & Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Nikki Torres (Republican). 2 co-sponsors.