SGA 9145
In CommitteeSenate
MALIA MULLEN
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AI Analysis
This bill formally appoints Malia Mullen to the Washington State Women’s Commission for a three-year term. The appointment was made on August 7, 2024, and will expire on June 30, 2027.
- Appoints Malia Mullen as a member of the Washington State Women’s Commission
- Sets the term of service from August 7, 2024, to June 30, 2027
- Includes the appointment in the 2025–2026 biennium legislative records
Who is affected
- Malia Mullen — The appointee will serve as a voting member of the Washington State Women’s Commission, contributing to the commission’s work in advancing equity and opportunities for women and girls across the state.
Who Is Most Affected
Malia Mullen gains a formal, three-year appointed role on a state commission focused on advancing equity and opportunities for women and girls. This provides her with influence over policy recommendations and state-level advocacy priorities.
The Washington State Women’s Commission gains a new voting member, potentially strengthening its capacity to fulfill its statutory mandate of promoting gender equity. However, one appointment alone does not significantly alter the commission’s composition or authority.
Women and girls across Washington may benefit indirectly if Malia Mullen’s expertise and advocacy contribute to policy improvements in areas like economic security, health equity, or freedom from violence — but this is speculative and not guaranteed by the appointment alone.
State government operations are minimally affected: no budgetary or staffing changes are triggered by this appointment, and the commission’s existing budget and authority remain unchanged.
No direct impact on businesses, as the commission’s work is advisory and does not impose regulatory or compliance obligations on private entities.