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This bill establishes a new state grant program administered by the Washington Secretary of State specifically designed to enhance election security by providing funds for cameras at ballot drop box locations. Only county auditors and elections directors can apply for these grants, which are strictly limited to purchasing, installing, or connecting cameras around ballot drop boxes. Importantly, the grant funds cannot be used for ongoing operational expenses related to the cameras. By creating this grant program in chapter 29A.04 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), the legislation aims to improve transparency and security around ballot drop box locations, potentially helping to prevent tampering or unauthorized access and providing visual documentation of ballot drop box areas.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5010&Year=2025&Initiative=false