Bill > HB2391

This bill amends the Public Records Act (RCW 42.56.070) to clarify restrictions on the disclosure of lists of individuals. Specifically, it prohibits agencies, the secretary of the senate, and the chief clerk of the house of representatives from providing, selling, or giving access to lists of individuals for commercial, solicitation, or fundraising purposes, unless a law specifically authorizes it. The bill defines "solicitation" as requesting or seeking something, but clarifies that this definition does not include efforts by a labor organization to contact public employees for the purpose of collective bargaining representation. However, lists of applicants for professional licenses and of professional licensees will still be available to recognized professional associations or educational organizations upon payment of a reasonable charge, with refusal of recognition only allowed for good cause after a hearing under the administrative procedure act (chapter 34.05 RCW).

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2391&Year=2025&Initiative=false