Democrat Governor Set to Criminalize Free Speech in Washington State — Gov. Inslee to Sign Law Allowing Reports of ‘Bias’ Expression Against Anyone, Including Family and Friends

(Source: The Gateway Pundit)

Governor Jay Inslee (D-WA) is expected to sign Substitute Senate Bill 5427, a controversial piece of legislation aimed at combating hate crimes and bias incidents in Washington state.

However, the bill has sparked a heated debate over the potential implications of criminalizing free speech.

The bill, which passed through the Washington state legislature, seeks to create a “bias incident hotline” under the management of the State Attorney General’s Office.

“The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) must oversee hate crimes and bias incidents hotline (hotline) staffed during business hours, dedicated to assisting people who have been targeted or affected by hate crimes and bias incidents. The hotline must: provide appropriate victim-centered, culturally competent, and trauma-informed information and referral;  be as accessible to as many residents of Washington as is practical within appropriations, regardless of language proficiency,” the final bill reads.