Legislation, court rulings, and reforms relating to election procedures and voting eligibility in Washington State
A Thurston County Superior Court judge has upheld the state’s fiscal impact disclosure for a ballot measure that would repeal...
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Results from the Tuesday, Aug. 4 primary election show Democratic challengers leading Republican incumbents in four legislative races across Clark...
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A federal judge in Massachusetts issued a nationwide injunction on Tuesday blocking a White House executive order that would overhaul...
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Eleven candidates are running to represent Washington’s 4th Congressional District, a seat that includes Klickitat County and much of Central...
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Washington legislators have advanced House Bill 1916, making it harder to challenge a voter’s registration. The measure raises procedural requirements and penalties, with implications for Cowlitz County’s election oversight.
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The Washington Legislature’s SB 5974 would allow state‑appointed removal of sheriffs who lose certification and impose stricter eligibility requirements—prompting a clash between accountability reform and voter control, with significant implications for Cowlitz County.
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On February 11, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed the SAVE America Act—legislation imposing strict requirements on voter...
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Significant changes are coming to Washington State’s highest court, with three justices set to vacate their positions in 2026—triggering two...
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After a court ruling overturns a double‑voting conviction by treating ballots with different candidates as separate elections, Washington moves to redefine ‘election’ by date alone. SB 6084 would close a legal loophole and take effect immediately.
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