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SR 8611

Honoring Keri Rawlings Rooney.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jess Bateman and 25 co-sponsors

Washington Senate honors Keri Rawlings Rooney for 50+ years of public service, mentorship, and policy work; conveys appreciation and retirement wishes in a ceremonial resolution.

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Bill Summary · SR 8611

Summary: Senate Resolution 8611 (SR 8611) — Honoring Keri Rawlings Rooney

Overview

SR 8611 is a Washington State Senate resolution adopted on February 25, 2025, recognizing and expressing appreciation for Keri Rawlings Rooney’s more than 50 years of public service at both state and local levels. The resolution concludes with best wishes as she enters retirement and directs that a copy be transmitted to her.

Purpose

  • To formally honor and publicly acknowledge Keri Rawlings Rooney for her decades of service and impact on public policy, governance, and the community.
  • To recognize her mentorship, expertise, and trusted advisory role to legislators, governors, state officials, members of Congress, and local government leaders.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Acknowledges Keri Rawlings Rooney’s 50+ years of service in multiple roles, including:
    • Washington State Senate
    • Office of the Pierce County Auditor
    • Office of the Pierce County Executive
    • Office of the State Auditor
  • Highlights specific contributions:
    • Provided sage advice and sound counsel to state and local leaders
    • Played a major role in public policy development
    • Created and promoted the K-12 program “Voting is Cool,” promoting democracy to over 1,000 children
    • Contributed to the success of major golf events at Chambers Bay (2010 U.S. Amateur and 2015 U.S. Open), benefiting the community and state economy
    • Earned broad respect for political acumen, legislative expertise, and knowledge of government operations
    • mentored numerous individuals who pursued public service
  • Expresses the Senate’s intent to:
    • Convey sincere appreciation for her dedication to the public good
    • Extend best wishes as she retires
    • Transmit a copy of the resolution to Keri Rawlings Rooney

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Keri Rawlings Rooney (recipient of the recognition and retirement wish)
  • Broader audience: Washington state public, state and local government officials, legislators, and the community who recognize her contributions

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: February 25, 2025
  • Status: Adopted on February 25, 2025
  • Action: A copy of the resolution to be transmitted immediately to Keri Rawlings Rooney
  • Type: Non-binding ceremonial/recognition resolution (no fiscal or regulatory changes)

Significance and Impact

  • This is a ceremonial acknowledgment that publicly honors decades of service and mentorship.
  • It reinforces the value placed on public service and civic engagement.
  • It provides a formal, commemorative record of Rooney’s contributions to Washington state and its communities.

Note: As a resolution, SR 8611 does not enact new law or allocate funds; its impact is symbolic and commemorative.

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

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