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HB3638 • 2025
Extends the time a person may file a written grievance that a governing body acted in violation of the rules and requirements for executive sessions.
This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.
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In committee upon adjournment.
Public Hearing held.
First reading. Referred to President's desk.
Referred to Rules.
Third reading. Carried by Helfrich. Passed. Ayes, 46; Nays, 7--Andersen, Cate, Gamba, Grayber, McDonald, Walters, Yunker; Excused, 7--Boshart Davis, Diehl, Fragala, Hartman, Munoz, Nguyen H, Wallan.
Second reading.
Recommendation: Do pass with amendments and be printed A-Engrossed.
Work Session held.
Public Hearing held.
Referred to Rules.
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
Digest: Extends the time that a person can file a written grievance that a public body broke the rules for executive sessions. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.6). Extends the time a person may file a written grievance that a governing body acted in violation of the rules and requirements for executive sessions. Relating to: Relating to executive sessions. Current location: In Senate Committee