WA: Civic Engagement & Voting
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Young Washingtonians spread word on National Voter Registration Day
Today is National Voter Registration Day, and some young people in Washington state are encouraging people in their age group to ensure they're …
Ranked choice voting in spotlight after vote splitting in WA primary
A close primary race in Washington state is highlighting the issue of vote splitting and how ranked choice voting could provide a solution. The …
New WA law streamlines online voter registration
A new law will make it easier for Washingtonians to register to vote online if they don't have a driver's license. The law comes from a bill passed …
30-day residency requirement for WA voter registration struck down
A 30-day residency requirement to register to vote in Washington state will not go into effect, after a federal judge struck it down. Under the …
Report: Election official turnover trend stretches two decades
A new report dives into election official turnover during more than two decades. It says rates have increased steadily nationwide since 2000…
Tendencia de participación de funcionarios electorales se extiende por décadas
Un nuevo informe profundiza en la rotación de funcionarios electorales durante más de dos décadas. Dice que las tasas han aumentado …
WA's new ballot curing law ensures state 'counts every voter'
The process for correcting ballot errors is set to become easier this year thanks to a bill passed in Olympia this session. Lawmakers unanimously …
Ballot measures backed by conservatives could give blow to WA budget
While three initiatives received the go-ahead to appear on Washington's November ballot at the end the legislative session last week, three that have …
AI could help spread misinformation during 2024 election
The rise of artificial intelligence is raising alarm bells for election officials in Washington state and across the country. Before the New …
WA bill allowing even-year local elections could lift voter turnout
Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a measure to significantly boost voter turnout in local elections. House Bill 1932 would allow cities and towns …
Report: Foreign-influenced companies give big in WA elections
A report analyzed the impact of money from foreign-influenced corporations on elections in six states. Washington topped the list for most donations…
Empresas con influencia extranjera donan grandes cantidades a elecciones
Un informe analizó el impacto del dinero de corporaciones con influencia extranjera en las elecciones en seis estados. Washington encabezó …