Family Law Executive Positions

The Family Law Legislation Committee's positions on bills and legislative actions align with the Family Law Section's approved standing policies and require authorization from the Family Law Executive Committee. Committee members regularly follow and review proposed legislation and offer guidance to lawmakers drafting or amending bills. The Committee’s Legislative Liaison coordinates with the WSBA's Legislative Affairs Manager to provide testimony and advance the Section's views in legislative hearings. With its longstanding presence in state politics, the Family Law Section seeks to promote the enhancement of family law related laws and procedures through its legislative engagement.

The Mission

The Family Law Section’s Legislation Committee aims to improve the quality of legal services to further the best interests of Washington residents. It does this by actively engaging in the legislative process to create or amend family and juvenile law statutes. The Committee reviews proposed legislation related to family law, provides technical expertise and information to the Legislature, and comments in support or opposition when authorized to do so by the Board of Governors. Its goals are to advise on bills, clarify existing laws, and monitor legislation that impacts marital, family, and juvenile law on behalf of the Family Law Section. Through statutory engagement, the Committee works to advance family law and ensure high-quality legal representation serves families and children.

2026 LEGISLATION
FLEC POSITIONS

February 7, 2026
All positions are based on unanimous votes with two abstentions

No Position

SB 6306 — Equal Protections for Children and Pets

SB 6023 — Protecting Children From Imminent Risk of Harm

HB 2663 — Domestic Violence Offense Registry

FLEC has followed the WSBA legislative process to take a position of:

Support

SB 5837 — Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Protective Arrangements

HB 2660 / SB 6308 — Conditions in Child Welfare Shelter Care Hearings – with respect to RCW 13.34 (Dependency)

SSB 5169 — Testimony of Children

Oppose

HB 1426 — Civil Protection Order to Prevent Impaired Driving

SB 5536 — Just and Equitable Distribution of Property

SB 5536 Opposition Summary:

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