SB 2: RELATING TO TREES.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Establishes a two-year Fruit Tree Harvest Pilot Program. Requires state agencies, to the extent practicable, to plant fruit trees in new or renovated landscaping that includes trees within the boundaries of the program. Authorizes persons to harvest fruit from those fruit trees. Provides that the State is not liable for any injuries or illnesses resulting from the harvesting or ingesting of fruit, including food-borne illness. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 1/1/2491. (SD1)

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. December 8, 2025Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
2. February 13, 2025Reported from GVO (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 409) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM/JDC.
3. February 13, 2025Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM/JDC.
4. February 4, 2025The committee(s) on GVO recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in GVO were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) McKelvey, Moriwaki, San Buenaventura; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Gabbard, Fevella.
5. January 30, 2025The committee(s) on GVO deferred the measure until 02-04-25 3:00PM; CR 225.
6. January 28, 2025The committee(s) on GVO deferred the measure until 01-30-25 3:01PM; Conference Room 225.
7. January 24, 2025The committee(s) on GVO has scheduled a public hearing on 01-28-25 3:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference.
8. January 16, 2025Referred to GVO, WAM/JDC.
9. January 15, 2025Introduced and passed First Reading.
10. January 8, 2025Pending Introduction.