April 28, 2025 •
Washington Legislature Adjourns Sine Die

The 2025 legislative session adjourned sine die on Sunday, April 27. The session lasted 105 days with a focus on addressing a $16 billion budget shortfall but also included a passed bill which addresses and amends the Ethics in Public Service Act. Senate Bill 5143 revises and reorganizes various definitions such as the definition of gift, along with newly added definitions for charitable association, civic organization, and community organization. The gift threshold is also raised from $50 to $100, with additional exemptions such as $25 gift cards received by legislative employees and unsolicited gifts from legislators to legislative staff. This bill has been sent to the governor and if approved, the new gift limit will be effective July 27.
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