Washington SB5688 prohibits state and local officials from following unconstitutional federal orders.

Washington SB5688 aims to protect Washingtonians from unconstitutional federal actions by prohibiting state and local officials from following federal executive orders that violate the United States Constitution, the Washington Constitution, or judicial precedents. The bill also allows state agencies to seek reimbursement from the U.S. Department of the Treasury for costs incurred in protecting citizens' rights to protest such orders. The act takes effect immediately to preserve public peace, health, or safety.

Washington SB5688 prohibits state and local officials from following unconstitutional federal orders.

Washington SB5688 aims to protect Washingtonians from unconstitutional federal actions by prohibiting state and local officials from following federal executive orders that violate the United States Constitution, the Washington Constitution, or judicial precedents. The bill also allows state agencies to seek reimbursement from the U.S. Department of the Treasury for costs incurred in protecting citizens' rights to protest such orders. The act takes effect immediately to preserve public peace, health, or safety.