After extensive legislative deliberation, Initiative 2113, Washington's police pursuit reform, passed through the Senate with a vote of 36-13 and the House of Representatives with a vote of 77-20, reflecting a significant shift in the state's approach to law enforcement practices.
March 7, 2024
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March 7, 2024 7:56 p.m.
WA pursuit pivot
State Legislature passes people’s initiative to lighten police pursuits criteria
OLYMPIA – A legislative initiative to amend the existing statute regulating vehicular pursuits, successfully passed through the state Senate with a vote of 36-13 and the House with a vote of 77-20. Nevertheless, law enforcement emphasizes the need to reevaluate training methods for a safer and more comprehensive approach.