SGA 9271
In CommitteeSenate
ROSHELLE CLELAND
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AI Analysis
This bill reappoints Roselle Cleland to serve another term on the Sentencing Guidelines Commission, a state body that helps shape sentencing policies in Washington. Her new term will run from December 2025 through August 2028.
- Reappoints Roselle Cleland as a member of the Sentencing Guidelines Commission.
- Sets her new term to begin on December 10, 2025, and expire on August 2, 2028.
Who is affected
- Members of the Sentencing Guidelines Commission — The Sentencing Guidelines Commission is a state body that helps develop and review sentencing policies and guidelines for Washington courts.
Who Is Most Affected
As the sole subject of reappointment, Roselle Cleland retains her position and influence over sentencing policy development. This is a neutral administrative continuity for her, with no direct financial or rights-based impact beyond her official capacity.
The Sentencing Guidelines Commission itself maintains continuity in membership and institutional knowledge, supporting stable development of sentencing policies. No structural change to its authority or operations occurs under this bill.
Washington’s incarcerated population and individuals involved in the criminal legal system experience no direct change in rights, liberties, or conditions as a result of this reappointment alone. Policy changes—should they occur—would require future Commission action, not this administrative act.
Law enforcement agencies and prosecutors have no new obligations, costs, or restrictions imposed by this bill. The Commission’s role is advisory, and its membership change does not alter operational responsibilities.
Taxpayers and state/local government budgets are unaffected, as the bill contains no fiscal provisions, funding changes, or new administrative costs.