Bill > SB6269

This bill establishes an alternative voter verification options pilot project, allowing certain counties in Washington to develop and test supplemental methods, other than signature verification, to verify that a ballot was filled out and returned by the intended voter. The bill outlines the requirements for counties to participate in the pilot project, including submitting an application to the Secretary of State for approval of the proposed alternative verification method(s). The bill also reenacts and amends the existing law on the opening and processing of return envelopes for any primary or election, allowing counties participating in the pilot project to verify a voter's ballot using an approved alternative verification method. The bill expires on January 1, 2029, and requires the Secretary of State to provide regular reports on the progress and findings of the pilot project.