WAMFT’s Legislative Committee has kicked off the session with website updates, refreshed 2026 advocacy goals, and planning for our next legislative advocacy event and fundraising efforts. We’ve also joined the Behavioral Health Coalition and engaged in advocacy around HB 2429 to ensure frontline clinicians are represented. Students, LMFTAs, and LMFTs are warmly invited to join us as we build momentum for the year ahead.

The Legislature has passed key deadlines and is now considering bills in the opposite chamber as budget negotiations move forward. SB 6346 (the Millionaire’s Tax) has cleared the Senate and is now in the House. The bill would apply a 9.9% tax on income above $1 million to support public services. With session ending March 12, the next few weeks will be critical. We’ll continue monitoring developments that impact MFTs across Washington.

With no proviso process this year, Washington lawmakers are pausing new funding requests for behavioral health. WAMFT is focused on protecting essential services and strengthening our collective advocacy presence.

How CRIS is shaping 988 and crisis care in WA, why it matters for MFTs, and where to engage—plus links to the CRIS page, Lived Experience agenda, and committee roster.