Washington House Unanimously Passes Stalking Supervision Bill

Legislation aims to strengthen supervision requirements for individuals convicted of stalking offenses.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Washington State House of Representatives has unanimously passed House Bill 2510, which would add stalking to the list of offenses that require Department of Corrections supervision when an individual is sentenced to community custody. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Brian Burnett, is intended to help ensure accountability for stalking convictions and address the ongoing fear experienced by victims.

Why it matters

Stalking can have a significant emotional and psychological impact on victims, who often live in constant fear. This legislation is aimed at providing more oversight and accountability for individuals convicted of stalking offenses after they are released into the community.

The details

House Bill 2510 amends the state's Revised Code of Washington to include stalking, as defined in RCW 9A.46.110, among the offenses that require Department of Corrections supervision when an individual is sentenced to community custody. This means the department will be required to oversee these individuals, regardless of their risk classification. The bill does not change the legal definition of stalking or its criminal penalties, but rather focuses on post-sentencing supervision.

  • The Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 2510 on February 12, 2026.
  • The bill now moves to the Washington State Senate for further consideration.

The players

Rep. Brian Burnett

The sponsor of House Bill 2510 and a former Chelan County sheriff who advocated for the legislation, stating that victims of stalking often live in ongoing fear.

Washington State House of Representatives

The legislative body that unanimously passed House Bill 2510, which aims to strengthen supervision requirements for individuals convicted of stalking offenses.

Washington State Department of Corrections

The state agency that will be required to supervise individuals convicted of stalking offenses when they are placed on community custody, under the provisions of House Bill 2510.

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What they’re saying

“Fear is a huge thing in the world that we live in. And for some people it's a much bigger thing and it's a crisis.”

— Rep. Brian Burnett, Sponsor of House Bill 2510 (House Republican communications radio report)

“This is the right thing to do. This is to help keep people accountable. There's no person should put them in fear like that.”

— Rep. Brian Burnett, Sponsor of House Bill 2510 (House Republican communications radio report)

What’s next

The bill now moves to the Washington State Senate for further consideration and potential passage.

The takeaway

This legislation reflects a growing recognition of the serious impact stalking can have on victims and the need for stronger accountability measures for those convicted of such offenses. If passed, it could serve as a model for other states looking to enhance post-sentencing supervision for stalking crimes.