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HB 1113

Concerning accountability and access to services for individuals charged with a misdemeanor.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Emily Alvarado and 24 co-sponsors

Washington HB 1113 enhances accountability and service access for individuals facing misdemeanor charges through revised court procedures and community support mechanisms.

Referred to Community Safety.
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Bill Summary · HB 1113

Legislative bill overview

HB 1113 addresses accountability mechanisms and service access for individuals charged with misdemeanors in Washington State. The bill has undergone committee review in the Senate Law & Justice Committee and is currently in the House Rules Committee for third reading consideration. Specific legislative language is not provided in the available information, limiting detailed analysis of the bill's precise provisions.

Why is this important

Misdemeanor charges affect hundreds of thousands of individuals annually and can significantly impact employment, housing, and community stability. The bill's focus on "accountability and access to services" suggests it may address bail practices, court appearance compliance, or connections to treatment and support services—areas where policy significantly influences both public safety outcomes and individual fairness.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "accountability" — Whether the bill emphasizes defendant accountability through conditions/monitoring or government accountability through data transparency and service adequacy
  • Scope of "access to services" — Debates likely exist over which services should be prioritized (mental health, substance abuse treatment, housing assistance) and who funds them
  • Cost and implementation — Law enforcement and county government stakeholders may raise concerns about funding and resource requirements for expanded service coordination

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

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