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Washington Lawmakers Gear Up for 2025 Session with New Bills

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On December 4, 2024, Lynnwood Today reported on the pre-filing of bills by Washington lawmakers for the upcoming 2025 legislative session, which begins on January 13. Legislators started this process on December 2, marking the first day for submitting proposals. A key initiative is Senate Bill 5001, which aims to eliminate the biannual clock change associated with daylight saving time by establishing permanent standard time. This proposal, supported by Senators Jeff Wilson and Manka Dhingra, represents a rare bipartisan effort. Unlike a previous attempt in 2019 that stalled due to the need for federal approval, this bill seeks to implement standard time without such requirements.

The article also addresses the challenges of synchronizing time with neighboring Oregon, which has faced similar legislative hurdles. Additionally, it touches on the broader health and safety implications of time changes, making this a relevant topic as lawmakers prepare for their 105-day session.

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