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HR 4618

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House

Presidents' day

Observing Presidents' Day.

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Introduced: February 16, 2025
Last Action: February 17, 2025
Status: H Adopted
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AI Analysis

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People & CommunitiesBalancedCorporate & Wealthy Interests

This resolution formally recognizes Presidents' Day in Washington State on February 17, 2025, honoring past presidents—especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln—for their leadership and contributions to American democracy. It is a symbolic, non-binding expression of appreciation, not a law that changes policy or funding.

  • Formally recognizes February 17, 2025 as Presidents' Day in Washington State through a resolution.
  • Honors George Washington for his leadership during the Revolutionary War and for establishing the precedent of peaceful transfer of presidential power.
  • Honors Abraham Lincoln for preserving the Union during the Civil War and issuing the Emancipation Proclamation.
  • Celebrates all U.S. presidents for their contributions to democracy, liberty, equality, and justice.
  • Encourages reflection on democratic values and the importance of civic engagement.

Who is affected

  • General public — All Washington residents who observe or celebrate the holiday, especially students, educators, and families who may participate in school or community events honoring presidents.
  • Public schools and educators — School districts and educators may use the holiday as an opportunity to teach students about U.S. history, presidential leadership, and civic responsibility.
  • State and local government agencies — State and local government offices may adjust operations in line with federal observance of the holiday, though no new mandates are imposed.
Effective: February 17, 2025
Model: Intel/Qwen3-Coder-Next-int4-AutoRoundGenerated: Mar 19, 2026 at 8:21 PM

Pro/Con Analysis

Stronger case for benefits

Potential Benefits (5)

  • Symbolic recognition of Presidents' Day may foster civic pride and reinforce democratic norms, potentially encouraging greater public participation in elections and community involvement.

    Public SafetyRef: WHEREAS, On this day... encourage reflection on democratic values and civic engagement

  • Highlighting Washington’s role in establishing the peaceful transfer of power reinforces constitutional norms, which underpin political stability and reduce risk of democratic backsliding.

    Public SafetyRef: WHEREAS, George Washington... set a crucial precedent for peaceful transitions of power

  • Honoring Lincoln’s leadership and the Emancipation Proclamation affirms foundational commitments to liberty and racial justice, supporting inclusive civic identity.

    Rights & LibertiesRef: WHEREAS, Abraham Lincoln... preserving the Union and writing the Emancipation Proclamation

  • Provides a nonpartisan opportunity for schools and community groups to teach civics and U.S. history, potentially strengthening civic literacy among students and the public.

    EducationRef: Encourages reflection on democratic values and the importance of civic engagement

  • May prompt state and local agencies to adjust operations (e.g., closures), but since the resolution is non-binding, it imposes no mandates or costs on local governments.

    Local GovernmentRef: Formally recognizes February 17, 2025 as Presidents' Day in Washington State

Who Is Most Affected

General publicMixed Impact

General public may benefit from increased civic awareness and optional educational opportunities, but no material economic or legal impact results from the resolution.

Public schools and educatorsMixed Impact

Schools may use the day for civics education, but no new funding or requirements are imposed; educators retain full discretion over curriculum use.

State and local government agenciesMixed Impact

State and local agencies may adjust operations (e.g., office closures), but the resolution is non-binding and imposes no legal obligation to do so.

Sponsors

Representative Jinkins(Democrat)District 27Primary
Representative Stokesbary(Republican)District 31Secondary
Representative Abbarno(Republican)District 20Secondary
Representative Abell(Republican)District 7Secondary
Representative Barkis(Republican)District 2Secondary
Representative Barnard(Republican)District 8Secondary
Representative Berg(Democrat)District 44Secondary
Representative Bergquist(Democrat)District 11Secondary
Representative Bernbaum(Democrat)District 24Secondary
Representative Berry(Democrat)District 36Secondary
Representative Bronoske(Democrat)District 28Secondary
Representative Burnett(Republican)District 12Secondary
Representative Valdez(Republican)District 26Secondary
Representative Callan(Democrat)District 5Secondary
Representative Chase(Republican)District 4Secondary
Representative Connors(Republican)District 8Secondary
Representative Corry(Republican)District 15Secondary
Representative Cortes(Democrat)District 38Secondary
Representative Couture(Republican)District 35Secondary
Representative Davis(Democrat)District 32Secondary
Representative Dent(Republican)District 13Secondary
Representative Doglio(Democrat)District 22Secondary
Representative Donaghy(Democrat)District 44Secondary
Representative Duerr(Democrat)District 1Secondary
Representative Dufault(Republican)District 15Secondary
Representative Dye(Republican)District 9Secondary
Representative Engell(Republican)District 7Secondary
Representative Entenman(Democrat)District 47Secondary
Representative Eslick(Republican)District 39Secondary
Representative Farivar(Democrat)District 46Secondary
Representative Fey(Democrat)District 27Secondary
Representative Fitzgibbon(Democrat)District 34Secondary
Representative Fosse(Democrat)District 38Secondary
Representative Goodman(Democrat)District 45Secondary
Representative Graham(Republican)District 6Secondary
Representative Gregerson(Democrat)District 33Secondary
Representative Griffey(Republican)District 35Secondary
Representative Hackney(Democrat)District 11Secondary
Representative Hill(Democrat)District 3Secondary
Senator Hunt(Democrat)District 5Secondary
Representative Jacobsen(Republican)District 25Secondary
Representative Keaton(Republican)District 25Secondary
Representative Klicker(Republican)District 16Secondary
Representative Kloba(Democrat)District 1Secondary
Representative Leavitt(Democrat)District 28Secondary
Representative Lekanoff(Democrat)District 40Secondary
Representative Ley(Republican)District 18Secondary
Representative Low(Republican)District 39Secondary
Representative Macri(Democrat)District 43Secondary
Representative Manjarrez(Republican)District 14Secondary
Representative Marshall(Republican)District 2Secondary
Representative McClintock(Republican)District 18Secondary
Representative McEntire(Republican)District 19Secondary
Representative Mena(Democrat)District 29Secondary
Representative Mendoza(Republican)District 14Secondary
Representative Morgan(Democrat)District 29Secondary
Representative Nance(Democrat)District 23Secondary
Representative Obras(Democrat)District 33Secondary
Representative Orcutt(Republican)District 20Secondary
Representative Ormsby(Democrat)District 3Secondary
Representative Ortiz-Self(Democrat)District 21Secondary
Representative Parshley(Democrat)District 22Secondary
Representative Paul(Democrat)District 10Secondary
Representative Penner(Republican)District 31Secondary
Representative Peterson(Democrat)District 21Secondary
Representative Pollet(Democrat)District 46Secondary
Representative Ramel(Democrat)District 40Secondary
Representative Reed(Democrat)District 36Secondary
Representative Reeves(Democrat)District 30Secondary
Representative Richards(Democrat)District 26Secondary
Representative Rude(Republican)District 16Secondary
Representative Rule(Democrat)District 42Secondary
Representative Ryu(Democrat)District 32Secondary
Representative Salahuddin(Democrat)District 48Secondary
Representative Santos(Democrat)District 37Secondary
Representative Schmick(Republican)District 9Secondary
Representative Schmidt(Republican)District 4Secondary
Representative Scott(Democrat)District 43Secondary
Representative Shavers(Democrat)District 10Secondary
Representative Simmons(Democrat)District 23Secondary
Representative Springer(Democrat)District 45Secondary
Representative Stearns(Democrat)District 47Secondary
Representative Steele(Republican)District 12Secondary
Representative Stonier(Democrat)District 49Secondary
Representative Street(Democrat)District 37Secondary
Representative Stuebe(Republican)District 17Secondary
Representative Taylor(Democrat)District 30Secondary
Representative Thai(Democrat)District 41Secondary
Representative Tharinger(Democrat)District 24Secondary
Representative Thomas(Democrat)District 34Secondary
Representative Timmons(Democrat)District 42Secondary
Representative Volz(Republican)District 6Secondary
Representative Walen(Democrat)District 48Secondary
Representative Walsh(Republican)District 19Secondary
Representative Waters(Republican)District 17Secondary
Representative Wylie(Democrat)District 49Secondary
Representative Ybarra(Republican)District 13Secondary
Representative Zahn(Democrat)District 41Secondary