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SGA 9281

In Committee

Senate

ANN T. MELONE

  1. Introduced (completed)
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    Committee (current stage)
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    Floor Vote (not started)
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    Opposite Chamber (not started)
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    Governor (not started)
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    Signed (not started)

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  3. Floor Vote: The full chamber (House or Senate) debates and votes on the bill.
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Introduced: January 15, 2026
Last Action: February 23, 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 Ann T. Melone to the Housing Finance Commission for a two-year term. The commission helps manage state housing programs, including financing for affordable housing.

  • Appoints Ann T. Melone as a member of the Housing Finance Commission
  • Sets the term of service from October 15, 2025, to June 30, 2027
  • Replaces a previous appointee to fill a vacancy on the commission

Who is affected

  • Washingtonians seeking affordable housing — The commission oversees state housing finance programs, including affordable housing loans and bond issuance; this appointment affects its leadership and decision-making.
Effective: 2025-10-15
Model: Intel/Qwen3-Coder-Next-int4-AutoRoundGenerated: Mar 19, 2026, 10:06 PM

Who Is Most Affected

  • Washingtonians seeking affordable housingMixed Impact

    This appointment does not change policy, funding, or regulatory frameworks — only personnel. While leadership can influence program priorities over time, a single appointment on a 12-member commission is unlikely to meaningfully alter the direction or outcomes of housing finance programs in the short term.

  • Housing Finance Commission staff and operationsMixed Impact

    The commission itself is responsible for implementing existing housing finance mechanisms (e.g., housing bonds, low-interest loans). This appointment maintains continuity in governance and does not expand or constrain its statutory authority or budget.

  • Real estate developers and financial institutionsMixed Impact

    The bill does not alter tax policy, spending priorities, or regulatory burdens affecting developers, banks, or housing providers. No financial or operational changes flow directly from this appointment.

  • State and local government agencies (e.g., HUD, DSHS, city housing authorities)Mixed Impact

    State and local governments rely on the commission for coordination on housing programs, but this appointment does not change statutory duties, funding allocations, or interagency responsibilities.

  • General public / everyday WashingtoniansMixed Impact

    As a routine personnel appointment to fill a vacancy, this bill has no direct effect on tax liability, eligibility, or service access for Washington residents.