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WA HB2206
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sharlett Mena
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AI Summary
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Adopts the Uniform Military and Overseas Voters Act (UOCAVA) to conform Washington state voting law with federal requirements for military personnel, their dependents, and U.S. citizens living abroad
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Requires county auditors to mail UOCAVA ballots at least 45 days before primary/general elections and elections involving federal office, and at least 30 days before special elections
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Allows covered voters to receive ballots electronically via fax, email, or internet delivery, and to return voted ballots by fax or email by 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time on election day
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Extends ballot acceptance deadline for UOCAVA voters to the day before county certification of election results, provided the ballot was submitted by 8:00 p.m. on election day
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Requires the Secretary of State to establish an electronic system for covered voters to apply for registration, receive ballots, and track ballot status via telephone, email, or internet
Legislative Description
Adopting national standards for uniformed and overseas civilian voting, including conforming amendments to existing statute.
Last Action
House Rules "X" file.
2/19/2026