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WA HB2297

WA HB2297
Extending the period for voter registration.


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Introduced
01/08/2018
In Committee
02/19/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2018

Introduced Session

2017-2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to extending the period for voter registration;1amending RCW 29A.08.140, 29A.08.110, 29A.08.410, 29A.40.160, and229A.32.031; providing an effective date; and providing an expiration3date.4

AI Summary

This bill extends the period for voter registration in Washington state. It amends existing laws to allow people to register to vote up until 8:00 p.m. on the day of a primary, special election, or general election, instead of the previous deadline of 29 days before the election. The bill also requires county auditors to provide voter registration services at various locations, including voting centers and the county auditor's office, during the voting period. The changes in voter registration deadlines will be included in the state voters' pamphlet for the 2018 general election.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (31)

Last Action

Referred to Rules 2 Consideration. (on 02/19/2018)

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