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SCR 8417

Adjourning SINE DIE.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Jamie Pedersen and 1 co-sponsor

Washington State Legislature formally adjourns its 2024 session, ending regular legislative work until the next session or a special session is called.

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Bill Summary · SCR 8417

Legislative bill overview

SCR 8417 is a concurrent resolution that formally adjourns the Washington State Legislature sine die (without a specified return date), officially ending the 2024 legislative session. This is a procedural measure used to conclude a legislative session rather than substantive policy legislation.

Why is this important

Sine die adjournment marks the legal end of a legislative session, after which the legislature cannot reconvene unless called into special session by the Governor. This resolution finalizes the work of the session and determines when legislators' regular duties formally conclude, affecting when bills can no longer be considered for that session.

Potential points of contention

  • Unfinished business: Any bills not passed by sine die die in committee and must be reintroduced in future sessions, potentially frustrating legislative priorities
  • Session length debates: Questions may arise about whether adequate time was given to address pressing issues versus adjournment timing
  • Special session authority: The resolution's adoption grants the Governor sole power to call special sessions if urgent matters arise after adjournment

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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