H-1230.1
HOUSE BILL 1918
State of Washington
69th Legislature
2025 Regular Session
By Representative Dufault
Read first time 02/10/25. Referred to Committee on Civil Rights & Judiciary.
AN ACT Relating to creating supreme court judicial districts; amending RCW 2.04.100 ; adding new sections to chapter 2.04 RCW; creating a new section; and providing a contingent effective date.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:
NEW SECTION. Sec. 1. (1) The legislature finds that the Washington state supreme court serves as the highest judicial authority in the state and must ensure justice for all Washingtonians. As the state's population and legal needs evolve, it is imperative that the court reflects the geographic diversity of Washington to ensure a broad and representative judicial perspective.
(2) The legislature further finds that Article IV, section 3 of the Washington state Constitution provides that the supreme court justices shall be elected by voters statewide, ensuring that all Washingtonians have a voice in selecting the justices who serve them. However, this provision does not preclude the state from structuring judicial representation in a manner that promotes regional balance.