Washington 2023-2024 Regular Session Status: Enacted 9 D cosponsors

SB 5623 — Modifying an element of the offense of hate crime and classifying a hate crime as crimes against persons.

Last action — Effective date 7/23/2023.

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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 30, 2023. Enacted.

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Likely to advance 82% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

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High

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  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 10 sponsors

    1 primary, 9 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (9 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 2 recorded votes so far.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

12 added · 13 removed

Plain-language change summary

In the latest version of SB 5623, the term "swastika" has been replaced with a more comprehensive phrase that includes "Nazi emblem, symbol, or hakenkreuz." This change broadens the description to encompass various Nazi symbols, not just the swastika, which emphasizes the legislation's intent to address hate symbols in a more inclusive manner. This matters because it enhances the effectiveness of the bill in combating hate speech and extremist symbolism by recognizing the different forms these can take.

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S-0856.1 SENATE BILL 5623 State of Washington 68th Legislature 2023 Regular Session By Senators Dhingra, Conway, Hasegawa, Kuderer, Liias, Lovelett, Nobles, Pedersen, Stanford, and C.
ENGROSSED SENATE BILL 5623 State of Washington 68th Legislature 2023 Regular Session By Senators Dhingra, Conway, Hasegawa, Kuderer, Liias, Lovelett, Nobles, Pedersen, Stanford, and C.
1 SB 5623 person who is a member of the victim's race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, or sexual orientation, or who has the same gender expression or identity, or the same mental, physical, or sensory disability as the victim.
1 ESB 5623 person who is a member of the victim's race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, or sexual orientation, or who has the same gender expression or identity, or the same mental, physical, or sensory disability as the victim.
(b) Defaces property of a victim who is or whom the actor perceives to be of Jewish heritage by defacing the property with a swastika;
(b) Defaces property of a victim who is or whom the actor perceives to be of Jewish heritage by defacing the property with a ((swastika)) Nazi emblem, symbol, or hakenkreuz;
2 SB 5623 (3) It is not a defense that the accused was mistaken that the victim was a member of a certain race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, or sexual orientation, had a particular gender expression or identity, or had a mental, physical, or sensory disability.
2 ESB 5623 (3) It is not a defense that the accused was mistaken that the victim was a member of a certain race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, or sexual orientation, had a particular gender expression or identity, or had a mental, physical, or sensory disability.
3 SB 5623 STANDARD:
3 ESB 5623 STANDARD:
4 SB 5623 (e) Pending Conviction on Another Charge - It may be proper to decline to charge because the accused is facing a pending prosecution in the same or another county;
4 ESB 5623 (e) Pending Conviction on Another Charge - It may be proper to decline to charge because the accused is facing a pending prosecution in the same or another county;
5 SB 5623 Notification The prosecutor is encouraged to notify the victim, when practical, and the law enforcement personnel, of the decision not to prosecute.
5 ESB 5623 Notification The prosecutor is encouraged to notify the victim, when practical, and the law enforcement personnel, of the decision not to prosecute.
6 SB 5623 2nd Degree Rape (RCW 9A.44.050) 3rd Degree Rape (RCW 9A.44.060) 1st Degree Rape of a Child (RCW 9A.44.073) 2nd Degree Rape of a Child (RCW 9A.44.076) 3rd Degree Rape of a Child (RCW 9A.44.079) 1st Degree Robbery (RCW 9A.56.200) 2nd Degree Robbery (RCW 9A.56.210) 1st Degree Arson (RCW 9A.48.020) 1st Degree Burglary (RCW 9A.52.020) 1st Degree Identity Theft (RCW 9.35.020(2)) 2nd Degree Identity Theft (RCW 9.35.020(3)) 1st Degree Extortion (RCW 9A.56.120) 2nd Degree Extortion (RCW 9A.56.130) 1st Degree Criminal Mistreatment (RCW 9A.42.020) 2nd Degree Criminal Mistreatment (RCW 9A.42.030) 1st Degree Theft from a Vulnerable Adult (RCW 9A.56.400(1)) 2nd Degree Theft from a Vulnerable Adult (RCW 9A.56.400(2)) Hate Crime (RCW 9A.36.080) Indecent Liberties (RCW 9A.44.100) Incest (RCW 9A.64.020) Vehicular Homicide (RCW 46.61.520) Vehicular Assault (RCW 46.61.522) 1st Degree Child Molestation (RCW 9A.44.083) 2nd Degree Child Molestation (RCW 9A.44.086) 3rd Degree Child Molestation (RCW 9A.44.089) 1st Degree Promoting Prostitution (RCW 9A.88.070) Intimidating a Juror (RCW 9A.72.130) Communication with a Minor (RCW 9.68A.090) Intimidating a Witness (RCW 9A.72.110) Intimidating a Public Servant (RCW 9A.76.180) Bomb Threat (if against person) (RCW 9.61.160) Unlawful Imprisonment (RCW 9A.40.040) Promoting a Suicide Attempt (RCW 9A.36.060) Criminal Mischief (if against person) (RCW 9A.84.010) Stalking (RCW 9A.46.110) Custodial Assault (RCW 9A.36.100) Domestic Violence Court Order Violation (RCW 7.105.450, 10.99.040, 10.99.050, 26.09.300, 26.10.220, 26.26B.050, or 26.52.070, or any of the former RCW 26.50.110 and 74.34.145) Counterfeiting (if a violation of RCW 9.16.035(4)) p.
6 ESB 5623 2nd Degree Rape (RCW 9A.44.050) 3rd Degree Rape (RCW 9A.44.060) 1st Degree Rape of a Child (RCW 9A.44.073) 2nd Degree Rape of a Child (RCW 9A.44.076) 3rd Degree Rape of a Child (RCW 9A.44.079) 1st Degree Robbery (RCW 9A.56.200) 2nd Degree Robbery (RCW 9A.56.210) 1st Degree Arson (RCW 9A.48.020) 1st Degree Burglary (RCW 9A.52.020) 1st Degree Identity Theft (RCW 9.35.020(2)) 2nd Degree Identity Theft (RCW 9.35.020(3)) 1st Degree Extortion (RCW 9A.56.120) 2nd Degree Extortion (RCW 9A.56.130) 1st Degree Criminal Mistreatment (RCW 9A.42.020) 2nd Degree Criminal Mistreatment (RCW 9A.42.030) 1st Degree Theft from a Vulnerable Adult (RCW 9A.56.400(1)) 2nd Degree Theft from a Vulnerable Adult (RCW 9A.56.400(2)) Hate Crime (RCW 9A.36.080) Indecent Liberties (RCW 9A.44.100) Incest (RCW 9A.64.020) Vehicular Homicide (RCW 46.61.520) Vehicular Assault (RCW 46.61.522) 1st Degree Child Molestation (RCW 9A.44.083) 2nd Degree Child Molestation (RCW 9A.44.086) 3rd Degree Child Molestation (RCW 9A.44.089) 1st Degree Promoting Prostitution (RCW 9A.88.070) Intimidating a Juror (RCW 9A.72.130) Communication with a Minor (RCW 9.68A.090) Intimidating a Witness (RCW 9A.72.110) Intimidating a Public Servant (RCW 9A.76.180) Bomb Threat (if against person) (RCW 9.61.160) Unlawful Imprisonment (RCW 9A.40.040) Promoting a Suicide Attempt (RCW 9A.36.060) Criminal Mischief (if against person) (RCW 9A.84.010) Stalking (RCW 9A.46.110) Custodial Assault (RCW 9A.36.100) Domestic Violence Court Order Violation (RCW 7.105.450, 10.99.040, 10.99.050, 26.09.300, 26.10.220, 26.26B.050, or 26.52.070, or any of the former RCW 26.50.110 and 74.34.145) Counterfeiting (if a violation of RCW 9.16.035(4)) p.
7 SB 5623 Felony Driving a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Drug (RCW 46.61.502(6)) Felony Physical Control of a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Drug (RCW 46.61.504(6)) CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY/OTHER CRIMES 2nd Degree Arson (RCW 9A.48.030) 1st Degree Escape (RCW 9A.76.110) 2nd Degree Escape (RCW 9A.76.120) 2nd Degree Burglary (RCW 9A.52.030) 1st Degree Theft (RCW 9A.56.030) 2nd Degree Theft (RCW 9A.56.040) 1st Degree Perjury (RCW 9A.72.020) 2nd Degree Perjury (RCW 9A.72.030) 1st Degree Introducing Contraband (RCW 9A.76.140) 2nd Degree Introducing Contraband (RCW 9A.76.150) 1st Degree Possession of Stolen Property (RCW 9A.56.150) 2nd Degree Possession of Stolen Property (RCW 9A.56.160) Bribery (RCW 9A.68.010) Bribing a Witness (RCW 9A.72.090) Bribe received by a Witness (RCW 9A.72.100) Bomb Threat (if against property) (RCW 9.61.160) 1st Degree Malicious Mischief (RCW 9A.48.070) 2nd Degree Malicious Mischief (RCW 9A.48.080) 1st Degree Reckless Burning (RCW 9A.48.040) Taking a Motor Vehicle without Authorization (RCW 9A.56.070 and 9A.56.075) Forgery (RCW 9A.60.020) 2nd Degree Promoting Prostitution (RCW 9A.88.080) Tampering with a Witness (RCW 9A.72.120) Trading in Public Office (RCW 9A.68.040) Trading in Special Influence (RCW 9A.68.050) Receiving/Granting Unlawful Compensation (RCW 9A.68.030) Bigamy (RCW 9A.64.010) Eluding a Pursuing Police Vehicle (RCW 46.61.024) Willful Failure to Return from Furlough Escape from Community Custody Criminal Mischief (if against property) (RCW 9A.84.010) 1st Degree Theft of Livestock (RCW 9A.56.080) 2nd Degree Theft of Livestock (RCW 9A.56.083) p.
7 ESB 5623 Felony Driving a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Drug (RCW 46.61.502(6)) Felony Physical Control of a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Drug (RCW 46.61.504(6)) CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY/OTHER CRIMES 2nd Degree Arson (RCW 9A.48.030) 1st Degree Escape (RCW 9A.76.110) 2nd Degree Escape (RCW 9A.76.120) 2nd Degree Burglary (RCW 9A.52.030) 1st Degree Theft (RCW 9A.56.030) 2nd Degree Theft (RCW 9A.56.040) 1st Degree Perjury (RCW 9A.72.020) 2nd Degree Perjury (RCW 9A.72.030) 1st Degree Introducing Contraband (RCW 9A.76.140) 2nd Degree Introducing Contraband (RCW 9A.76.150) 1st Degree Possession of Stolen Property (RCW 9A.56.150) 2nd Degree Possession of Stolen Property (RCW 9A.56.160) Bribery (RCW 9A.68.010) Bribing a Witness (RCW 9A.72.090) Bribe received by a Witness (RCW 9A.72.100) Bomb Threat (if against property) (RCW 9.61.160) 1st Degree Malicious Mischief (RCW 9A.48.070) 2nd Degree Malicious Mischief (RCW 9A.48.080) 1st Degree Reckless Burning (RCW 9A.48.040) Taking a Motor Vehicle without Authorization (RCW 9A.56.070 and 9A.56.075) Forgery (RCW 9A.60.020) 2nd Degree Promoting Prostitution (RCW 9A.88.080) Tampering with a Witness (RCW 9A.72.120) Trading in Public Office (RCW 9A.68.040) Trading in Special Influence (RCW 9A.68.050) Receiving/Granting Unlawful Compensation (RCW 9A.68.030) Bigamy (RCW 9A.64.010) Eluding a Pursuing Police Vehicle (RCW 46.61.024) Willful Failure to Return from Furlough Escape from Community Custody Criminal Mischief (if against property) (RCW 9A.84.010) 1st Degree Theft of Livestock (RCW 9A.56.080) 2nd Degree Theft of Livestock (RCW 9A.56.083) p.
8 SB 5623 ALL OTHER UNCLASSIFIED FELONIES Selection of Charges/Degree of Charge (i) The prosecutor should file charges which adequately describe the nature of defendant's conduct.
8 ESB 5623 ALL OTHER UNCLASSIFIED FELONIES Selection of Charges/Degree of Charge (i) The prosecutor should file charges which adequately describe the nature of defendant's conduct.
9 SB 5623 (A) Probable cause exists to believe the suspect is guilty;
9 ESB 5623 (A) Probable cause exists to believe the suspect is guilty;
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Action History

  1. Effective date 7/23/2023.

  2. Chapter 52, 2023 Laws.

  3. Governor signed.

  4. Delivered to Governor.

  5. Speaker signed.

  6. President signed.

  7. Third reading, passed; yeas, 89; nays, 9; absent, 0; excused, 0.

  8. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading.

  9. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading.

  10. Referred to Rules 2 Review.

  11. Minority; do not pass.

  12. CSJR - Majority; do pass.

  13. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Community Safety at 8:00 AM.

  14. Public hearing in the House Committee on Community Safety at 8:00 AM.

  15. First reading, referred to Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry.

  16. Third reading, passed; yeas, 33; nays, 16; absent, 0; excused, 0.

  17. Rules suspended. Placed on Third Reading.

  18. Floor amendment(s) adopted.

  19. Placed on second reading by Rules Committee.

  20. Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.

  21. Minority; without recommendation.

  22. LAW - Majority; do pass.

  23. Executive action taken in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice at 8:00 AM.

  24. Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Law & Justice at 10:30 AM.

  25. First reading, referred to Law & Justice.

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1 sponsors · 9 co-sponsors · 141 not signed on · 21 voted No

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Not signed on (141)

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Votes

3rd Reading & Final Passage (#1)

Passed 89 Yea · 9 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Republican 23700
Democrat 57000
Unaffiliated 9200
Total 89900
% of votes cast 91%9%0%0%
How each member voted (98)
Member Party Vote
Chambers — Yea
Chandler — Nay
Cheney — Yea
Chopp — Yea
Hutchins — Yea
Kretz — Nay
Maycumber — Yea
Mosbrucker — Yea
Robertson — Yea
Sandlin — Yea
Wilcox — Yea
Alex Ramel Democrat Yea
Alicia Rule Democrat Yea
Amy Walen Democrat Yea
April Berg Democrat Yea
Beth Doglio Democrat Yea
Bill Ramos Democrat Yea
Brandy Donaghy Democrat Yea
Chipalo Street Democrat Yea
Chris Stearns Democrat Yea
Cindy Ryu Democrat Yea
Clyde Shavers Democrat Yea
Dan Bronoske Democrat Yea
Darya Farivar Democrat Yea
Dave Paul Democrat Yea
David Hackney Democrat Yea
Davina Duerr Democrat Yea
Debra Entenman Democrat Yea
Debra Lekanoff Democrat Yea
Drew Hansen Democrat Yea
Emily Alvarado Democrat Yea
Gerry Pollet Democrat Yea
Jake Fey Democrat Yea
Jamila Taylor Democrat Yea
Jessica Bateman Democrat Yea
Joe Fitzgibbon Democrat Yea
Joe Timmons Democrat Yea
Julia Reed Democrat Yea
Julio Cortes Democrat Yea
Kristine Reeves Democrat Yea
Larry Springer Democrat Yea
Lauren Davis Democrat Yea
Laurie Jinkins Democrat Yea
Lillian Ortiz-Self Democrat Yea
Lisa Callan Democrat Yea
Liz Berry Democrat Yea
Marcus Riccelli Democrat Yea
Mari Leavitt Democrat Yea
Mary Fosse Democrat Yea
Melanie Morgan Democrat Yea
Mia Gregerson Democrat Yea
Mike Chapman Democrat Yea
Monica Jurado Stonier Democrat Yea
My-Linh Thai Democrat Yea
Nicole Macri Democrat Yea
Roger Goodman Democrat Yea
Sharlett Mena Democrat Yea
Sharon Tomiko Santos Democrat Yea
Sharon Wylie Democrat Yea
Shelley Kloba Democrat Yea
Steve Bergquist Democrat Yea
Steve Tharinger Democrat Yea
Strom Peterson Democrat Yea
Tana Senn Democrat Yea
Tarra Simmons Democrat Yea
Timm Ormsby Democrat Yea
Tina Orwall Democrat Yea
Vandana Slatter Democrat Yea
Alex Ybarra Republican Yea
Andrew Barkis Republican Yea
April Connors Republican Yea
Carolyn Eslick Republican Yea
Chris Corry Republican Yea
Cyndy Jacobsen Republican Nay
Dan Griffey Republican Yea
Drew Stokesbary Republican Yea
Ed Orcutt Republican Yea
Jenny Graham Republican Nay
Jim Walsh Republican Nay
Joe Schmick Republican Yea
Joel McEntire Republican Nay
Keith Goehner Republican Yea
Kevin Waters Republican Yea
Leonard Christian Republican Nay
Mark Klicker Republican Yea
Mary Dye Republican Yea
Michelle Valdez Republican Yea
Mike Steele Republican Yea
Mike Volz Republican Yea
Paul Harris Republican Yea
Peter Abbarno Republican Yea
Sam Low Republican Yea
Skyler Rude Republican Yea
Stephanie Barnard Republican Yea
Stephanie McClintock Republican Yea
Suzanne Schmidt Republican Nay
Tom Dent Republican Nay
Travis Couture Republican Yea

3rd Reading & Final Passage (#13)

Passed 33 Yea · 16 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 8300
Republican 31300
Democrat 22000
Total 331600
% of votes cast 67%33%0%0%
How each member voted (49)
Member Party Vote
Billig — Yea
Hawkins — Nay
Keiser — Yea
Kuderer — Yea
Mullet — Yea
Padden — Nay
Randall — Yea
Rivers — Yea
Rolfes — Yea
Van De Wege — Yea
Wilson, L. — Nay
Annette Cleveland Democrat Yea
Bob Hasegawa Democrat Yea
Claire Wilson Democrat Yea
Claudia Kauffman Democrat Yea
Derek Stanford Democrat Yea
Jamie Pedersen Democrat Yea
Javier Valdez Democrat Yea
Jesse Salomon Democrat Yea
Joe Nguyen Democrat Yea
John Lovick Democrat Yea
June Robinson Democrat Yea
Lisa Wellman Democrat Yea
Liz Lovelett Democrat Yea
Manka Dhingra Democrat Yea
Marko Liias Democrat Yea
Noel Frame Democrat Yea
Rebecca Saldaña Democrat Yea
Sharon Shewmake Democrat Yea
Steve Conway Democrat Yea
T'wina Nobles Democrat Yea
Victoria Hunt Democrat Yea
Yasmin Trudeau Democrat Yea
Chris Gildon Republican Yea
Curtis King Republican Nay
Drew MacEwen Republican Yea
Jeff Holy Republican Nay
Jeff Wilson Republican Nay
Jim McCune Republican Nay
John Braun Republican Nay
Judy Warnick Republican Nay
Keith Wagoner Republican Nay
Mark Schoesler Republican Nay
Matt Boehnke Republican Nay
Nikki Torres Republican Nay
Perry Dozier Republican Nay
Phil Fortunato Republican Nay
Ron Muzzall Republican Yea
Shelly Short Republican Nay

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SB 5623?
SB 5623 is sponsored by Claire Wilson (Democrat), Derek Stanford (Democrat), Jamie Pedersen (Democrat), T'wina Nobles (Democrat), Liz Lovelett (Democrat), Marko Liias (Democrat), Kuderer, Bob Hasegawa (Democrat), Steve Conway (Democrat), and Manka Dhingra (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 5623?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 30, 2023. Enacted.
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