Dinosaur debate: Washington lawmakers consider official state dinosaur amid criticism A fourth-grade class suggested making Suciasaurus Rex the official state dinosaur. But some lawmakers say the bill is a distraction during the coronavirus pandemic. Author: Drew Mikkelsen Updated: 7:09 PM PST January 27, 2021 OLYMPIA, Wash. — The sponsor of legislation to designate a state dinosaur is defending her measure from critics who said COVID-19 related issues should be the priority for lawmakers. Rep. Melanie Morgan is the prime sponsor of House Bill 1067, a move to name Suciasaurus the official dinosaur of the state of Washington. In 2012 scientists found a fossil of what was believed to be the first dinosaur discovered in the state in the San Juan Islands.