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Senate Local Government Committee

Committees hold public hearings on bills, vote in executive sessions, and study issues in work sessions. Learn about the Senate Local Government (LGV) and its membership, meetings, and how to participate.

    The Senate Local Government Committee considers issues relating to:

    • The Growth Management Act, including land use planning and permitting (unless primarily related to housing)
    • The Shoreline Management Act
    • The operation of counties and cities, including water, sewer, and waste issues
    • The operation of some special purpose districts
    • Parks and recreation
    Chamber
    Senate
    Committee status
    Standing
    ​(Please note: This general description is intended to be a general guideline only and should not be considered the definitive listing of issues considered by this committee. Bill referrals are ultimately at the discretion of the Floor Leader.)

    Contact

    Senate Committee Services

    PHONE

    360-786-7400

    Legislative hotline operators: 1-800-562-6000

    MAILING ADDRESS

    P.O. Box 40466

    Olympia, WA 98504-0466

    Upcoming committee activity

    See current and upcoming debates, votes, and activities in Senate Local Government Committee.

    Tomorrow, January 13, 2025

    Time Chamber Committee Location Agenda View docs View video
    Upcoming committee meetings for Tomorrow, January 13, 2025
    2:00 PM Senate Local Government SHR 3 and Virtual Agenda View docs View video
    Upcoming committee meetings for Tomorrow, January 13, 2025

    Time: 2:00 PM

    Chamber: Senate

    Committee: Local Government

    Location: SHR 3 and Virtual

    Agenda: Agenda

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    Thursday, January 16, 2025

    Time Chamber Committee Location Agenda View docs View video
    Upcoming committee meetings for Thursday, January 16, 2025
    1:30 PM Senate Local Government SHR 3 and Virtual Agenda View docs View video
    Upcoming committee meetings for Thursday, January 16, 2025

    Time: 1:30 PM

    Chamber: Senate

    Committee: Local Government

    Location: SHR 3 and Virtual

    Agenda: Agenda

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