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WA SB5047

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Wilson

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits public protests within 25 feet of any person collecting signatures for an initiative or referendum petition
  • Prohibits public protests within 25 feet of any person signing or attempting to sign an initiative or referendum petition
  • Violations are classified under RCW 29A.84.250(4), which covers election-related offenses
  • Adds a new section to chapter 29A.84 RCW (election crimes and penalties)

Legislative Description

Establishing protections for citizens participating in the initiative and referendum process.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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