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WA HB1116
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sharlett Mena
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AI Summary
- Designates the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November as "election day" in Washington State, adding it to the list of recognized days in RCW 1.16.050
- Election day is established as a recognized observance day, not a paid legal holiday for state employees
- Encourages state government entities, local governments, schools, higher education institutions, and cultural organizations to recognize election day and provide educational programming on democracy and voting
- Amends existing state holiday statutes (RCW 1.16.050) and adds a new section to election law (chapter 29A.04 RCW)
Legislative Description
Recognizing election day.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/10/2025
Appropriations1/20/2025
State Government & Tribal Relations1/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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