Jessica Hauffe
Director of Government Affairs
Legislative session
Every January the Washington State Legislature convenes for a new legislative session.
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Under the Legislative & Health Policy Council's leadership, WSNA advocates on behalf of nurses to improve working conditions and patient safety.
The Washington State Legislature meets in Olympia every year, starting on the second Monday in January. The length of the session is constitutionally limited to 105 days in odd-numbered years and 60 days in even-numbered years.
The 2025 Washington State Legislative Session will be 105 days long, taking place from Jan. 13, 2025 to April 27, 2025.
The 2025 legislative session in Olympia is expected to be largely focused on the state’s budget outlook. This year, WSNA is focused on several key issues directly impacting nurses’ ability to do their jobs safely and impacting access to care.
Further reading: What makes a good legislative priority?