Washington · 2025–26 Regular Sessions · Bill
SB 5482: Use of dogs to hunt
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 5482 is a bill introduced in the Washington Senate on January 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Concerning the use of dogs to hunt black bear, cougar, or bobcat. Primary sponsor: Marko Liias (D). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 12, 2026): By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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Official title
AN ACT Relating to the use of dogs to hunt black bear, cougar, or bobcat;
Nonpartisan staff bill reports (analyses) are available on the official bill page.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marko Liias | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 21 |
| Mike Chapman | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
- First reading, referred to Agriculture & Natural Resources.