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WA Rev Code § 19.02.800 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.02 - Business License Center Act.|19.02.800 - Business license system—Certain business or professional activity licenses exempt.

RCW 19.02.800 Business license system—Certain business or professional activity licenses exempt.Except as provided in RCW 43.07.200, the provisions of this chapter regarding the processing of license applications and renewals under the business licensing system do not apply to those business or professional activities that are licensed or regulated under chapter 31.04, 31.12, or 31.13 RCW or under Title *30, 32, 33, or 48 RCW.[ 2013 c 144 § 29; 2011 c 298 § 10; 2000 c 171 § 44; 1982 c 182 § 17.]NOTES:*Reviser's note: Title 30 RCW was recodified and/or repealed pursuant to 2014 c 37, effective January 5, 2015.Purpose—Intent—Agency transfer—Contracting—Effective date—2011 c 298: See notes following RCW 19.02.020.
WA Rev Code § 19.02.890 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.02 - Business License Center Act.|19.02.890 - Short title.

RCW 19.02.890 Short title.This chapter may be known and cited as the business licensing service act.[ 2013 c 144 § 30; 1982 c 182 § 18.]
WA Rev Code § 19.02.920 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.02 - Business License Center Act.|19.02.920 - Construction.

RCW 19.02.920 Construction.The rule of strict construction shall have no application to this chapter and it shall be liberally construed in order to carry out its purposes.[ 1982 c 182 § 16.]
WA Rev Code § 19.06.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.06 - Blind Made Products—Services.|19.06.010 - Labels—Contents—Requirements—Prohibited acts.

RCW 19.06.010 Labels—Contents—Requirements—Prohibited acts.Products made by blind persons and sold or distributed in this state as blind made may bear a label affixed directly to the product reading "MADE BY THE BLIND" and shall show the distributor's or manufacturer's name. Any product bearing such label shall have been made by blind people to the extent of at least seventy-five percent of the labor hours required for its manufacture. No other label, trade name or sales device tending to create the impression that a product is made by blind persons shall be used in connection with the sale or distribution of such product unless the product shall have been made by blind people to the extent of at least seventy-five percent of the labor hours required for its manufacture.[ 2009 c 549 § 1009; 1961 c 56 § 1; 1959 c 100 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 19.06.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.06 - Blind Made Products—Services.|19.06.020 - Governmental agencies shall purchase goods and services—Conditions.

RCW 19.06.020 Governmental agencies shall purchase goods and services—Conditions.Any board, commission, officer, employee or other person or persons of the state, or any county, city, town, school district or other agency, political subdivision or taxing district of the state, whose duty it is to purchase materials, supplies, goods, wares, merchandise or produce, or to procure services, for the use of any department or institution within the state, shall make such purchases and procure such services whenever available, from any nonprofit agency for the blind located within the state which manufactures or distributes blind made products: PROVIDED, That the goods and services made by or offered by such agencies shall be equal in quality and price to those available from other sources.[ 1961 c 56 § 4; 1959 c 100 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 19.06.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.06 - Blind Made Products—Services.|19.06.030 - Advertising limitations.

RCW 19.06.030 Advertising limitations.No advertising of blind made products shall refer to any product which is not blind made, nor shall any such advertising contain or refer to names or pictures of any blind persons or otherwise exploit the blind.[ 1961 c 56 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 19.06.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.06 - Blind Made Products—Services.|19.06.040 - Penalty.

RCW 19.06.040 Penalty.Any violation of this chapter shall be a misdemeanor.[ 1961 c 56 § 3.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.010 - Purpose.

RCW 19.09.010 Purpose.The purpose of this chapter is to:(1) Provide citizens of the state of Washington with information relating to any entity that solicits funds from the public for public charitable purposes in order to prevent (a) deceptive and dishonest practices in the conduct of soliciting funds for or in the name of charity; and (b) improper use of contributions intended for charitable purposes;(2) Improve the transparency and accountability of organizations that solicit funds from the public for charitable purposes; and(3) Develop and operate educational programs or partnerships for charitable organizations, board members, and the general public that help build public confidence and trust in organizations that solicit funds from the public for charitable purposes.[ 2011 c 199 § 1; 2007 c 471 § 1; 1986 c 230 § 1; 1973 1st ex.s. c 13 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.062 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.062 - Fees—Charitable organizations—Commercial fund-raisers.

RCW 19.09.062 Fees—Charitable organizations—Commercial fund-raisers.The secretary of state must collect the following fees in accordance with this chapter:(1) For an application for registration as a charitable organization, a fee of sixty dollars. Twenty dollars of this fee must be deposited in the state general fund and the remaining forty dollars must be deposited in the charitable organization education account under RCW 19.09.530;(2) For an annual renewal of registration as a charitable organization, a fee of forty dollars. Ten dollars of this fee must be deposited in the state general fund and the remaining thirty dollars must be deposited in the charitable organization education account under RCW 19.09.530;(3) For an application for registration as a commercial fund-raiser, a fee of three hundred dollars. Two hundred fifty dollars of this fee must be deposited in the state general fund and the remaining fifty dollars must be deposited in the charitable organization education account under RCW 19.09.530;(4) For an annual renewal of registration as a commercial fund-raiser, a fee of two hundred twenty-five dollars. One hundred seventy-five dollars of this fee must be deposited in the state general fund and the remaining fifty dollars must be deposited in the charitable organization education account under RCW 19.09.530;(5) For a registration of a commercial fund-raiser service contract, a fee of twenty dollars. Ten dollars of this fee must be deposited in the state general fund and the remaining ten dollars must be deposited in the charitable organization education account under RCW 19.09.530.[ 2011 c 199 § 4; 2010 1st sp.s. c 29 § 11.]NOTES:Intent—2010 1st sp.s. c 29: See note following RCW 24.03.405.
WA Rev Code § 19.09.065 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.065 - Charitable organizations and commercial fund-raisers—Registration required—Public record—Registration not endorsement.

RCW 19.09.065 Charitable organizations and commercial fund-raisers—Registration required—Public record—Registration not endorsement.(1) All charitable organizations and commercial fund-raisers must register with the secretary prior to conducting any solicitations.(2) Failure to register as required by this chapter is a violation of this chapter.(3) Information provided to the secretary pursuant to this chapter is a public record except as provided by law. Social security numbers and financial account numbers are not public information.(4) Registration must not be considered or be represented as an endorsement by the secretary or the state of Washington.[ 2011 c 199 § 5; 1993 c 471 § 2; 1986 c 230 § 3; 1983 c 265 § 4.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.068 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.068 - Application for registration—When registered—Incomplete application—Failure to pay filing fee.

RCW 19.09.068 Application for registration—When registered—Incomplete application—Failure to pay filing fee.(1) Entities are deemed registered under RCW 19.09.075 or 19.09.079 twenty days after receipt of the registration or renewal form by the secretary and may thereafter solicit contributions from the general public.(2) If the secretary determines that the application for initial registration or renewal is incomplete, the secretary will notify the applicant of the information necessary to complete the application. The secretary may hold the application up to thirty days to allow the applicant time to provide additional information. If the applicant fails to provide complete information as requested by the secretary, the applicant will be deemed unregistered and must cease all solicitations as defined by this chapter.(3) If an applicant fails to pay a required fee for any filing, the secretary will notify the applicant of the necessary fee to complete the application. The secretary may hold the application up to thirty days to allow the applicant time to submit the required payment. If the applicant fails to provide the required payment as requested by the secretary, the applicant will be deemed unregistered and must cease all solicitations as defined by this chapter.[ 2011 c 199 § 6.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.071 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.071 - Application for registration—Solicitation report—Violation.

RCW 19.09.071 Application for registration—Solicitation report—Violation.Charitable organizations must ensure that the financial information included in the solicitation report fairly represents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the organization as of, and for, the period presented to the secretary for filing. If the financial information submitted to the secretary is incorrect in any material way, it is a violation of this chapter and the charitable organization may be subject to penalties as provided under RCW 19.09.279.[ 2011 c 199 § 7.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.079 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.079 - Commercial fund-raisers—Application for registration or renewal—Contents—Fee.

RCW 19.09.079 Commercial fund-raisers—Application for registration or renewal—Contents—Fee.An application for registration and renewal as a commercial fund-raiser must be submitted on the form approved by the secretary and must contain:(1) The name, address, and telephone number of the commercial fund-raising entity;(2) The name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of the owner(s) and principal officer(s) of the commercial fund-raising entity;(3) The name, address, and telephone number of the individual responsible for the activities of the commercial fund-raising entity in Washington;(4) The names of the three officers or employees receiving the greatest amount of compensation from the commercial fund-raising entity;(5) The name and address of the entity that prepares, reviews, or audits the financial statement of the organization;(6) A solicitation report of the commercial fund-raising entity for the preceding, completed accounting year, including:(a) The types of fund-raising services conducted;(b) The names of charitable organizations required to register under RCW 19.09.075 for whom fund-raising services have been performed;(c) The total value of contributions received on behalf of charitable organizations required to register under RCW 19.09.075 by the commercial fund-raiser, affiliate of the commercial fund-raiser, or any entity retained by the commercial fund-raiser; and(d) The amount of money disbursed to charitable organizations for charitable purposes, net of fund-raising costs paid by the charitable organization as stipulated in any agreement between charitable organizations and the commercial fund-raiser;(7) The name, address, and telephone number of any other commercial fund-raiser that was retained in the conduct of providing fund-raising services;(8) An irrevocable appointment of the secretary to receive service of process in noncriminal proceedings as provided in RCW 19.09.305; and(9) Such other information the secretary deems necessary by rule.The application must be signed by an officer or owner of the commercial fund-raiser and must be submitted with a nonrefundable fee established in RCW 19.09.062. Commercial fund-raisers required to register and renew under this chapter must file a notice of change of information within thirty days of any change in the information contained in subsections (1) through (7) and (9) of this section.[ 2011 c 199 § 10; 2010 1st sp.s. c 29 § 13; 2007 c 471 § 5; 1993 c 471 § 5; 1986 c 230 § 7; 1983 c 265 § 15.]NOTES:Intent—2010 1st sp.s. c 29: See note following RCW 24.03.405.
WA Rev Code § 19.09.081 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.081 - Application requirements—Exemptions.

RCW 19.09.081 Application requirements—Exemptions.The application requirements of RCW 19.09.075 do not apply to:(1) Any charitable organization raising less than fifty thousand dollars in any accounting year when all the activities of the organization, including all fund-raising activities, are carried on by persons who are unpaid for their services and no part of the charitable organization's assets or income inures to the benefit of or is paid to any officer, director, member, or trustee of the organization, other than as part of a charitable class benefited by the charitable organization.(2) Appeals for funds on behalf of a specific individual named in the solicitation, but only if all of the proceeds of the solicitation are given to or expended for the direct benefit of that individual.[ 2011 c 199 § 3.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.191 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.191 - Commercial fund-raisers—Surety bond.

RCW 19.09.191 Commercial fund-raisers—Surety bond.(1) Every commercial fund-raiser must execute a surety bond if it:(a) Directly or indirectly receives contributions from the public on behalf of any charitable organization;(b) Is compensated based upon funds raised or to be raised, number of solicitations made or to be made, or any other similar method;(c) Incurs or is authorized to incur expenses on behalf of the charitable organization; or(d) Has not been registered with the secretary as a commercial fund-raiser for the preceding accounting year.(2) The surety bond must be executed as principal in the amount prescribed by the secretary in rule. The issuer of the surety bond must be licensed to do business in this state, and must promptly notify the secretary when claims or payments are made against the bond or when the bond is canceled. The bond must be filed with the secretary in the form prescribed by the secretary. The bond must run to the state and to any person who may have a cause of action against the obligor of said bond for any malfeasance, misfeasance, or deceptive practice in the conduct of solicitations.The secretary may also provide by rule for the reduction and reinstatement of the bond required by this section.[ 2011 c 199 § 11.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.200 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.200 - Books, records, and contracts.

RCW 19.09.200 Books, records, and contracts.(1) All entities required to register pursuant to this chapter must maintain accurate, current, and readily available books and records at their usual business locations until at least three years have elapsed following the effective period to which they relate. The books and records must contain, at a minimum, documentation supporting the information contained in the solicitation report and written authorization or authorizations required in RCW 19.09.100.(2) All contracts between commercial fund-raisers and charitable organizations must be in writing, and true and correct copies of such contracts or records thereof must be kept on file in the various offices of the charitable organization and the commercial fund-raiser for a three-year period. Such records and contracts shall be available for inspection and examination by the secretary of state, attorney general, or by the county prosecuting attorney. A copy of such contract or record must be submitted by the charitable organization or commercial fund-raiser, within ten days, following receipt of a written demand from the secretary of state, attorney general, or county prosecutor.[ 2011 c 199 § 15; 1993 c 471 § 11; 1986 c 230 § 12; 1982 c 227 § 9; 1973 1st ex.s. c 13 § 20.]NOTES:Effective date—1982 c 227: See note following RCW 19.09.100.
WA Rev Code § 19.09.210 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.210 - Records requests.

RCW 19.09.210 Records requests.Upon the request of the secretary of state, attorney general, or the county prosecutor, any entity subject to this chapter must submit a financial statement and all requested records containing, but not limited to, the following information:(1) The gross amount of the contributions pledged and the gross amount collected.(2) The amount thereof, given or to be given to charitable purposes represented together with details as to the manner of distribution as may be required.(3) The aggregate amount paid and to be paid for the expenses of such solicitation.(4) The amounts paid to and to be paid to commercial fund-raisers or charitable organizations.(5) Copies of any annual or periodic reports furnished by the charitable organization or commercial fund-raiser of its activities during or for the same accounting period.[ 2011 c 199 § 16; 2007 c 471 § 9; 1993 c 471 § 12; 1986 c 230 § 13; 1983 c 265 § 10; 1982 c 227 § 10; 1977 ex.s. c 222 § 10; 1975 1st ex.s. c 219 § 1; 1973 1st ex.s. c 13 § 21.]NOTES:Effective date—1982 c 227: See note following RCW 19.09.100.
WA Rev Code § 19.09.230 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.230 - Use of the name, symbol, statement, or emblem of another entity—Filing.

RCW 19.09.230 Use of the name, symbol, statement, or emblem of another entity—Filing.No entity subject to this chapter may:(1) Use an identical or deceptively similar name, symbol, statement, or emblem so closely related or similar that its use would confuse or mislead the public, of any other entity for the purpose of soliciting contributions from persons in this state without the written consent of such other entity. Written consent may be deemed to have been given by anyone who is a director, trustee, or other authorized officer of that entity.(2) A copy of the written consent must be retained on file by the charitable organization or commercial fund-raiser and made available to the secretary, attorney general, or county prosecutor upon demand. The secretary may revoke or deny an application for registration that violates this section.(3) An entity may be deemed to have used the name of another entity for the purpose of soliciting contributions if such latter entity's name is listed on any stationery, advertisement, brochure, or correspondence of the entity or if such name is listed or represented to anyone who has contributed to, sponsored, or endorsed the entity, or its activities.This section does not apply to a foundation or other charitable organization that is organized, operated, or controlled by or in connection with a registered public charity, including any governmental agency or unit, from which it derives its name.[ 2011 c 199 § 17; 1994 c 287 § 3; 1993 c 471 § 13; 1986 c 230 § 14; 1982 c 227 § 11; 1973 1st ex.s. c 13 § 23.]NOTES:Effective date—1982 c 227: See note following RCW 19.09.100.
WA Rev Code § 19.09.271 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.271 - Failure to register—Late filing fee—Notice to attorney general.

RCW 19.09.271 Failure to register—Late filing fee—Notice to attorney general.(1) If the secretary or attorney general determines that any entity is soliciting in this state, directly or indirectly, by any means, and has not registered with the secretary as required by this chapter, the secretary may notify the charitable organization or commercial fund-raiser of its registration requirements by postal or electronic means.(2) The secretary may notify the attorney general of any entity liable for late filing fees under subsection (1) of this section.(3) Any entity who, after notification by the secretary, fails to properly register under this chapter is subject to a late filing fee in an amount to be established by rule by the end of the first business day following the issuance of the notice. The late filing fee is in addition to any other filing fee provided by this chapter.(4) If the secretary or attorney general determines that any entity is soliciting in this state, directly or indirectly, by any means, and the entity has not registered with the secretary as required by this chapter, the secretary, after five days notice sent by postal or electronic means to the charitable organization or commercial fund-raiser, may publish a press release in newspapers or on the internet, a notice to the public regarding the entity's unregistered status.[ 2011 c 199 § 18; 1993 c 471 § 8; 1986 c 230 § 17.]
WA Rev Code § 19.09.275 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 19 - Business Regulations—Miscellaneous|Chapter 19.09 - Charitable Solicitations.|19.09.275 - Violations—Penalties.

RCW 19.09.275 Violations—Penalties.(1) Any entity who knowingly violates any provision of this chapter or who knowingly gives false or incorrect information to the secretary, attorney general, or county prosecuting attorney in filing statements required by this chapter, whether or not such statement or report is verified is guilty of a gross misdemeanor punishable under chapter 9A.20 RCW.(2) Any entity who violates any provisions of this chapter or who gives false or incorrect information to the secretary, attorney general, or county prosecuting attorney in filing statements required by this chapter, whether or not such statement or report is verified, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable under chapter 9A.20 RCW.[ 2011 c 199 § 19; 2003 c 53 § 142; 1993 c 471 § 15; 1986 c 230 § 18; 1983 c 265 § 11; 1982 c 227 § 12; 1977 ex.s. c 222 § 14.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180.Effective date—1982 c 227: See note following RCW 19.09.100.