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HR 4698

Honoring Patty Moore.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Peter Abbarno and 97 co-sponsors

Washington Legislature passed a commemorative resolution honoring Patty Moore on March 6, 2024, with bipartisan support.

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Bill Summary · HR 4698

Legislative bill overview

HR 4698 is a commemorative resolution honoring Patty Moore, passed by the Washington State Legislature. The bill was introduced and adopted on the same day (March 6, 2024) with bipartisan support from five legislators.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions recognize individuals for significant contributions to their communities or state. While non-binding and ceremonial in nature, they serve as official public records acknowledging achievements and can provide recognition to constituents, community leaders, or public figures.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill text itself is not provided, making it impossible to assess what specific accomplishments or context prompted the honor
  • Resource allocation: Some argue that legislative time spent on commemorative measures could be devoted to substantive policy issues
  • Selection criteria: Questions about how individuals are chosen for honors and whether the process is transparent and equitable

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

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