When was Washington House Bill HB 2496 introduced?

HB 2496 was introduced on Jan 15, 2026.

Has Washington House Bill HB 2496 passed the House?

Yes, HB 2496 has passed the House on Feb 13, 2026.

The latest action on HB 2496 by the Senate was: Placed on second reading by Rules Committee. on Feb 24, 2026.

HB 2496 was introduced by Chris Stearns.

Yes, there is one legislator voting record available for HB 2496

HB 2496

Washington House Bill

Concerning tribal consultation conducted by the energy facility site evaluation council.

Senate • Feb 24, 2026: Placed on second reading by Rules Committee.

Substitute bill

Senate Calendar: 2/28/2026 Regular

Position: 17

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EXCUSED: 4

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Feb 24, 2026 | Senate
- Placed on second reading by Rules Committee.
Feb 23, 2026 | Senate
- Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
Feb 20, 2026 | Senate
- Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Environment, Energy & Technology at 10:30 AM.
- ENET - Majority; do pass with amendment(s).
- Minority; do not pass.
- Minority; without recommendation.
Feb 17, 2026 | Senate
- First reading, referred to Environment, Energy & Technology.
Feb 13, 2026 | House
- 1st substitute bill substituted (ENVI 26).
- Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading.
- Third reading, passed; yeas, 70; nays, 24; absent, 0; excused, 4.
Feb 12, 2026 | House
- Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading.
Feb 04, 2026 | House
- Referred to Rules 2 Review.
Feb 02, 2026 | House
- Executive action taken in the House Committee on Environment & Energy at 1:30 PM.
- ENVI - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass.
- Minority; do not pass.
- Minority; without recommendation.
Jan 26, 2026 | House
- Public hearing in the House Committee on Environment & Energy at 1:30 PM.
Jan 15, 2026 | House
- First reading, referred to Environment & Energy.

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