WASHINGTON STATE

Washington State House Democrats

HOUSE DEMOCRATS

MEDIA ADVISORY: Public hearing and executive session on legislation updating Washington’s use of deadly force law

Who:     Rep. Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland, Chair of the House Public Safety Committee

What:    Public hearing on House Bill 3003 and executive session on Initiative 940 and House Bill 3003

When:   Tuesday, March 6, at 9:00 a.m.

Where:  House Hearing Room B, John L. O’Brien Building

Why:     Initiative 940 is a proposal to update Washington state’s law on the use of deadly force in community policing. House Bill 3003 includes changes to the initiative that have been negotiated by stakeholders, including community advocates and law enforcement representatives.