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Bill expanding military, veteran benefits passes WA Senate

by CHERYL SCHWEIZER
Staff Writer | February 19, 2026 3:00 AM

OLYMPIA — A bill that would extend access to state benefits and other opportunities for veterans, military spouses and other uniformed personnel has passed the Washington Senate and is pending in the Washington House of Representatives. 

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