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Senate unanimously passes SB 5489 recognizing Wilkinson sandstone as state sandstone
Summary
On Feb. 13, 2026 the Washington State Senate passed SB 5489 to recognize Wilkinson sandstone as the state sandstone after sponsor Sen. Fortunato recounted a historical 1927 payment dispute; the bill passed on final roll-call, 48-0.
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Senate on Feb. 13, 2026 passed Senate Bill 5489, recognizing Wilkinson sandstone and authorizing a plaque honoring the material's historical role in state buildings. The bill advanced to third reading under a suspension of the rules and was placed on final passage.
Senator Mike Fortunato, the bill's sponsor, framed the measure as a remedy tied to a nearly century-old record. Fortunato…
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