HR 4675

In Committee

House

Washington national guard

Honoring the Washington National Guard.

Introduced

Committee

Floor Vote

Opposite Chamber

Governor

Signed

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Introduced: January 27, 2026

Last Action: January 28, 2026

Status: H Adopted

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AI Analysis

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House Resolution 4675 is a formal expression of appreciation from the Washington State House of Representatives to the Washington National Guard for its service, readiness, and contributions to emergency response, national defense, and community resilience. It does not create or change any laws or policies.

Expresses formal appreciation and thanks from the Washington State House of Representatives to members of the Washington National Guard for their service and sacrifice.
Acknowledges the Guard’s role in emergency response, including flood response, search and rescue, and disaster recovery (e.g., Oso landslide lessons learned).
Highlights the Guard’s contributions to national defense, including aerial refueling capabilities and joint operations with federal and allied forces.
Recognizes the importance of Joint Base Lewis-McChord to regional security, training, and economic stability.
Directs transmission of the resolution to the Adjutant General of the Washington National Guard, the Governor, and other appropriate officials.

Who is affected

Washington National Guard members and their families — Members of the Washington National Guard (both soldiers and airmen) and their families are recognized for their service, sacrifice, and readiness to respond to state emergencies.
Emergency management and first responder agencies — Local, state, and federal emergency response agencies benefit from the Guard’s coordination in disaster response, search and rescue, and recovery operations.
Washington residents and communities — Communities across Washington benefit from the Guard’s role in protecting lives, infrastructure, and property during floods, wildfires, landslides, and other disasters.
Businesses and workers in the Joint Base Lewis-McChord area — The state economy and regional stability benefit from the presence and operations of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which supports military readiness and local jobs.

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Pro/Con Analysis

Stronger case for benefits

Potential Benefits (3)

Formal recognition reinforces the value of the National Guard’s emergency response role, which supports community resilience during floods, wildfires, and landslides — services that directly protect lives and property across the state.
Public SafetyRef: WHEREAS, ... members of the Washington National Guard ... place their personal lives aside when the needs of the people of Washington state arise
Acknowledging JBLM’s economic role may bolster political support for continued federal investment, which supports local jobs and businesses in the Tacoma–Pierce County region.
Business & EmploymentRef: WHEREAS, ... Joint Base Lewis-McChord ... supports training, readiness, deployment, and rapid response missions that overall strengthen national security and regional economic stability
The resolution affirms civic respect for service members’ constitutional right to serve and their voluntary civic duty, reinforcing democratic norms of mutual recognition and civic virtue.
Rights & LibertiesRef: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State House of Representatives expresses its sincere thanks and appreciation to ... soldiers, airmen, and guardians of the Washington National Guard

Who Is Most Affected

Washington National Guard members and their familiesMixed Impact

Members and their families receive symbolic recognition and morale boost, but no material change in compensation, benefits, or legal status.

Emergency management and first responder agenciesMixed Impact

First responder agencies benefit from continued public visibility of the Guard’s coordination role, but no operational or funding changes result from the resolution.

Washington residents and communitiesMixed Impact

Residents gain no new protections or services, but may benefit indirectly from sustained public goodwill toward emergency responders — though this has no measurable effect on safety outcomes.

Businesses and workers in the Joint Base Lewis-McChord areaMixed Impact

Local businesses near JBLM may benefit from continued political support for the base, but the resolution itself has no fiscal or regulatory impact on them.