WA State to require DRM blocking, eliminates open-source. makes owners guilty until proven innocent
Contact your WA representatives if concerned. The system only works if citizens participate.
HB-2320: Presumed guilt just for possessing an stl file
This bill makes a citizen presumed guilty until proven innocent for simply having a digital file. Specifically, “Possession of digital firearm manufacturing code for an unfinished frame or receiver creates a rebuttable presumption of an intent to unlawfully distribute the code or manufacture an unfinished frame or receiver in violation of this subsection” (ref sec. 6, p30, lines 13-16).
A rebuttal presumption means you are guilty until proven innocent.
According to HB-2320, the data file does not even need to be usable for the State to prove presumptive guilt. (sec. 2, p7, lines 4-9)
HB-2320: https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/2320.pdf?q=20260202081558
HB-2021: Don’t be fooled. The bill requires blocking software on your machine monitored by the WA attorney general or whomever they designate
https://legiscan.com/WA/text/HB2321/2025
HB-2321 affects both users and manufacturers. It REQUIRES printer activities be monitored by the WA attorney general or designees with software that cannot be modified (eliminates open source). It also defines a 3D printer to include subtractive manufacturing machines, such as CNC machines, lathes, and laser cutters/engravers, meaning the law affects a wide range of fabrication tools (section 1.7, lines 13-17).
YouTube video about HB-2020:
This affects out-of-state and out-of-country makers and manufacturers as well.
YouTube video about HB-2021:
WA residents
To express opinion to your WA State legislator, click the “Send comment to your legislators” button and be sure to click the appropriate oppose/in favor button.
https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?Year=2025&BillNumber=2320
Ditto for HB 2321
https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2321&Year=2025