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WA HB1032
Bill
Status
1/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Monica Stonier
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AI Summary
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Reduces the voter approval threshold for school district bond measures from a three-fifths (60%) supermajority to a simple majority (50%+1)
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Eliminates the 40% voter turnout validation requirement for school district bond elections
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Applies to bonds for validating/ratifying school district indebtedness, issuing general obligation bonds for capital purposes, and adjusting bonded indebtedness when forming new districts
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Amends six sections of Washington state law (RCW 28A.535.020, 28A.535.050, 84.52.056, 39.36.020, 28A.530.020, and 28A.315.285)
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Takes effect only if voters approve a related constitutional amendment (H-0190/25) at the next general election
Legislative Description
Concerning school district elections.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026