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SGA 9159

In Committee

Senate

AMY L. HOWELL-ANSELMI

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Introduced: January 14, 2025
Last Action: January 12, 2026
Status: S Rules
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AI Analysis

This analysis was generated by AI and may contain errors. It is not legal advice. Always refer to the official bill text for authoritative information.

This bill formally appoints Amy L. Howell-Anselmi to the Sentencing Guidelines Commission for a three-year term. Her role will include helping shape sentencing policies used by courts across Washington State.

  • Appoints Amy L. Howell-Anselmi as a member of the Sentencing Guidelines Commission.
  • Her term begins on September 12, 2024, and ends on August 2, 2027.
  • The appointment is made by the Governor (implied by the context of SGA — a gubernatorial appointment).
  • The Sentencing Guidelines Commission is responsible for developing and revising sentencing policies for Washington State courts.

Who is affected

  • Sentencing Guidelines Commission members — The appointee, Amy L. Howell-Anselmi, will serve as a voting member of the Sentencing Guidelines Commission, helping to develop and revise sentencing policies for Washington State courts.
Effective: 2024-09-12
Model: Intel/Qwen3-Coder-Next-int4-AutoRoundGenerated: Mar 19, 2026 at 10:03 PM

Who Is Most Affected

Amy L. Howell-Anselmi (appointee)Mixed Impact

As the appointee, Howell-Anselmi gains a formal role in shaping statewide sentencing policy — a position of influence over criminal justice outcomes, but not one that directly alters her economic standing unless she receives compensation (which is not specified in the bill).

General public / incarcerated individuals and their familiesMixed Impact

The Sentencing Guidelines Commission influences sentencing practices across Washington, including incarceration rates, probation terms, and reentry conditions. Changes it makes can affect public safety, incarceration costs, and racial disparities — but this bill only appoints one member and does not alter the commission’s authority, structure, or mandate.

Law enforcement and corrections professionalsMixed Impact

The commission’s work can affect law enforcement priorities, prosecutorial discretion, and correctional staffing. However, since this bill only appoints a member and does not change the commission’s powers or duties, the impact on these groups is indirect and minimal.

Local governments (counties, cities)Mixed Impact

This appointment does not alter the commission’s statutory authority, funding, or operational scope — only personnel. No new regulatory burdens or fiscal obligations are imposed on local governments.

Businesses and employersMixed Impact

The bill does not create new requirements, taxes, or fees for businesses. It does not affect labor standards, contracts, or market regulation.