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SB 5420·WA·senate

Ensuring access to state benefits and opportunities for veterans, uniformed service members, and military spouses.

EnactedFiled Jan 22, 2025
Sponsor: Lovick
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Effective date 6/11/2026.

Mar 24, 2026

Summary

The bill adds hiring preferences for veterans and military spouses in private sector jobs, gives them credit for prior military service toward state retirement benefits, and safeguards professional licenses while service members are deployed. It also revises pension formulas, contribution rates, and restoration rights for uniformed service members. The changes are intended to recognize military service and reduce barriers for service members and their families in accessing state benefits and employment.

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