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WA Rev Code § 29A.12.101 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.101 - Requirements of tallying systems for approval.

RCW 29A.12.101 Requirements of tallying systems for approval.The secretary of state shall not approve a vote tallying system unless it:(1) Correctly counts votes on ballots on which the proper number of votes have been marked for any office or issue;(2) Ignores votes marked for any office or issue where more than the allowable number of votes have been marked, but correctly counts the properly voted portions of the ballot;(3) Accumulates a count of the specific number of ballots tallied for each precinct, total votes by candidate for each office, and total votes for and against each issue of the ballot in that precinct;(4) Produces precinct and cumulative totals in printed form; and(5) Except for functions or capabilities unique to this state, has been tested and certified by an independent testing authority designated by the United States election assistance commission.[ 2006 c 207 § 3; 2004 c 271 § 109.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.110 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.110 - Record of programming—Devices sealed.

RCW 29A.12.110 Record of programming—Devices sealed.In preparing a voting device for a primary or election, a record shall be made of the programming installed in each device. Except where provided by a rule adopted under RCW 29A.04.611, after being prepared for a primary or election, each device shall be sealed with a uniquely numbered seal. The programmed memory pack for each voting device must be sealed into the device during final preparation and logic and accuracy testing. Except in the case of a device breakdown or error in programming, the memory pack must remain sealed in the device until after 8:00 p.m. on the day of the primary, special election, or general election.[ 2011 c 10 § 23; 2003 c 111 § 311; 1990 c 59 § 25. Formerly RCW 29.33.330.]NOTES:Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.120 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.120 - Counting center personnel—Instruction, requirements.

RCW 29A.12.120 Counting center personnel—Instruction, requirements.(1) Before each state primary or general election at which voting systems are to be used, the county auditor shall instruct all counting center personnel who will operate a voting system in the proper conduct of their voting system duties.(2) The county auditor may waive instructional requirements for counting center personnel who have previously received instruction and who have served for a sufficient length of time to be fully qualified to perform their duties. The county auditor shall keep a record of each person who has received instruction and is qualified to serve at the subsequent primary or election.(3) No person may operate a voting system in a counting center at a primary or election unless that person has received the required instruction and is qualified to perform his or her duties in connection with the handling and tallying of ballots for that primary or election.[ 2013 c 11 § 23; 2011 c 10 § 24; 2003 c 111 § 312. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 29; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 69. Formerly RCW 29.33.340, 29.34.143.]NOTES:Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.Effective date—Severability—1977 ex.s. c 361: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.130 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.130 - Tallying systems—Programming tests.

RCW 29A.12.130 Tallying systems—Programming tests.At least three days before each state primary or general election, the office of the secretary of state shall provide for the conduct of tests of the programming for each vote tallying system to be used at that primary or general election. The test must verify that the system will correctly count the vote cast for all candidates and on all measures appearing on the ballot at that primary or general election. The test shall verify the capability of the vote tallying system to perform all of the functions that can reasonably be expected to occur during conduct of that particular primary or election. If any error is detected, the cause shall be determined and corrected, and an errorless total shall be produced before the primary or election.Such tests shall be observed by at least one representative from each major political party, if representatives have been appointed by the respective major political parties and are present at the test, and shall be open to candidates, the press, and the public. The county auditor and any political party observers shall certify that the test has been conducted in accordance with this section. Copies of this certification shall be retained by the secretary of state and the county auditor. All programming materials, test results, and test ballots shall be securely sealed until the day of the primary or general election.[ 2003 c 111 § 313; 1998 c 58 § 2; 1990 c 59 § 32; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 73. Formerly RCW 29.33.350, 29.34.163.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.Effective date—Severability—1977 ex.s. c 361: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.140 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.140 - Operating procedures.

RCW 29A.12.140 Operating procedures.The secretary of state may publish recommended procedures for the operation of the various vote tallying systems that have been approved. These procedures allow the office of the secretary of state to restrict or define the use of approved systems in elections.[ 2003 c 111 § 314. Prior: 1998 c 58 § 3; 1990 c 59 § 34; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 75; 1967 ex.s. c 109 § 32. Formerly RCW 29.33.360, 29.34.170.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.Effective date—Severability—1977 ex.s. c 361: See notes following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.150 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.150 - Recording requirements.

RCW 29A.12.150 Recording requirements.The secretary of state shall not certify under this title any voting device or machine for use in conducting a primary or general or special election in this state unless the device or machine correctly records on a separate ballot the votes cast by each elector for any person and for or against any measure and such separate ballots are available for audit purposes after such a primary or election.[ 2013 c 11 § 24; 2003 c 111 § 315; 1998 c 245 § 26; 1991 c 363 § 30; 1990 c 184 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.04.200.]NOTES:Purpose—Captions not law—1991 c 363: See notes following RCW 2.32.180.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.160 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.160 - Blind or visually impaired voter accessibility.

RCW 29A.12.160 Blind or visually impaired voter accessibility.(1) At each voting center, at least one voting unit certified by the secretary of state shall provide access to individuals who are blind or visually impaired.(2) For purposes of this section, the following definitions apply:(a) "Accessible" includes receiving, using, selecting, and manipulating voter data and controls.(b) "Nonvisual" includes synthesized speech, Braille, and other output methods.(c) "Blind and visually impaired" excludes persons who are both deaf and blind.[ 2011 c 10 § 25; 2004 c 267 § 701; 2004 c 266 § 3. Prior: 2003 c 110 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.33.305.]NOTES:Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.Effective dates—2004 c 267: See note following RCW 29A.08.010.Effective date—2004 c 266: See note following RCW 29A.04.575.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.180 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.180 - Disclosure of security breaches by manufacturer or distributor.

RCW 29A.12.180 Disclosure of security breaches by manufacturer or distributor.(1) A manufacturer or distributor of a voting system or component of a voting system that is certified by the secretary of state under RCW 29A.12.020 shall disclose to the secretary of state and attorney general any breach of the security of its system immediately following discovery of the breach if:(a) The breach has, or is reasonably likely to have, compromised the security, confidentiality, or integrity of an election in any state; or(b) Personal information of residents in any state was, or is reasonably believed to have been, acquired by an unauthorized person as a result of the breach and the personal information was not secured. For purposes of this subsection, "personal information" has the meaning given in RCW 19.255.010.(2) Notification under subsection (1) of this section must be made in the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay.[ 2018 c 218 § 6.]NOTES:Intent—2018 c 218: See note following RCW 29A.60.185.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.190 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.190 - Decertification.

RCW 29A.12.190 Decertification.(1) The secretary of state may decertify a voting system or any component of a voting system and withdraw authority for its future use or sale in the state if, at any time after certification, the secretary of state determines that:(a) The system or component fails to meet the standards set forth in applicable federal guidelines;(b) The system or component was materially misrepresented in the certification application;(c) The applicant has installed unauthorized modifications to the certified software or hardware; or(d) Any other reason authorized by rule adopted by the secretary of state.(2) The secretary of state may decertify a voting system or any component of a voting system and withdraw authority for its future use or sale in the state if the manufacturer or distributor of the voting system or component thereof fails to comply with the notification requirements of RCW 29A.12.180.[ 2018 c 218 § 7.]NOTES:Intent—2018 c 218: See note following RCW 29A.60.185.
WA Rev Code § 29A.12.200 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.12 - Voting Systems.|29A.12.200 - Security breach identification and reporting.

RCW 29A.12.200 Security breach identification and reporting.(1) The secretary of state must annually consult with the Washington state fusion center, state chief information officer, and each county auditor to identify instances of security breaches of election systems or election data.(2) To the extent possible, the secretary of state must identify whether the source of a security breach, if any, is a foreign entity, domestic entity, or both.(3) By December 31st of each year, the secretary of state must submit a report to the governor, state chief information officer, Washington state fusion center, and the chairs and ranking members of the appropriate legislative committees from the senate and house of representatives that includes information on any instances of security breaches identified under subsection (1) of this section and options to increase the security of the election systems and election data, and to prevent future security breaches. The report, and any related material, data, or information provided pursuant to subsection (1) of this section or used to assemble the report, may only be distributed to, or otherwise shared with, the individuals specifically mentioned in this subsection (3).(4) For the purposes of this section:(a) "Foreign entity" means an entity that is not organized or formed under the laws of the United States, or a person who is not domiciled in the United States or a citizen of the United States.(b) "Security breach" means a breach of the election system or associated data where the system or associated data has been penetrated, accessed, or manipulated by an unauthorized person.[ 2020 c 101 § 2.]NOTES:Findings—Intent—2020 c 101: "The legislature finds that public confidence in state elections systems and election data are of paramount consideration to the integrity of the voting process. The legislature also finds that recent events have revealed an intentional and persistent effort by foreign entities to influence election systems and other cybernetworks. Therefore, the legislature intends to review the state's electoral systems and processes and take appropriate measures to identify whether foreign entities were responsible for the intrusions." [ 2020 c 101 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.16.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.16 - Precincts.|29A.16.050 - Precincts—Restrictions on precinct boundaries—Designated by number.

RCW 29A.16.050 Precincts—Restrictions on precinct boundaries—Designated by number.(1) Every voting precinct must be wholly within a single congressional district, a single legislative district, a single district of a county legislative authority, and, if applicable, a single city.(2) Every voting precinct shall be composed, as nearly as practicable, of contiguous and compact areas.(3) Except as provided in this subsection, changes to the boundaries of any precinct shall follow visible, physical features delineated on the most current maps provided by the United States census bureau. A change need not follow such visible, physical features if (a) it is necessitated by an annexation or incorporation and the proposed precinct boundary is identical to an exterior boundary of the annexed or incorporated area which does not follow a visible, physical feature; or (b) doing so would substantially impair election administration in the involved area.(4) After a change to precinct boundaries is adopted by the county legislative authority, if the change does not follow visible physical features, the county auditor shall send to the secretary of state an electronic or paper copy of the description, a map or maps of the changes, and a statement of the applicable exception under subsection (3) of this section. For boundary changes made pursuant to subsection (3)(b) of this section, the auditor shall include a statement of the reasons why following visible, physical features would have substantially impaired election administration.(5) Every voting precinct within each county shall be designated by number for the purpose of preparation of maps and the tabulation of population for apportionment purposes. These precincts may be identified with names or other numbers for other election purposes.(6) After a change to precinct boundaries in a city or town, the county auditor shall send one copy of the map or maps delineating the new precinct boundaries within that city or town to the city or town clerk.(7) Precinct maps are public records and shall be available for inspection by the public during normal office hours in the offices where they are kept. Copies shall be made available to the public for a fee necessary to cover the cost of reproduction.[ 2003 c 111 § 405; 1999 c 298 § 1; 1989 c 278 § 1; 1977 ex.s. c 128 § 2; 1965 c 9 § 29.04.050. Prior: 1921 c 178 § 1, part; 1915 c 11 § 1, part; 1907 c 130 § 1, part; 1889 p 402 § 7, part; Code 1881 § 3067, part; 1865 p 30 § 1, part; RRS § 5171, part. Formerly RCW 29.04.050.]NOTES:Severability—1977 ex.s. c 128: See note following RCW 29A.16.040.
WA Rev Code § 29A.16.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.16 - Precincts.|29A.16.070 - Precincts—Boundary changes—Registration transfer.

RCW 29A.16.070 Precincts—Boundary changes—Registration transfer.If the boundaries of any city, township, or rural precinct are changed in the manner provided by law, the county auditor shall update the registration records of every registered voter whose place of residence is affected thereby. It shall not be necessary for any registered voter whose registration has been changed from one precinct to another, by a change of boundary, to apply to the county auditor for a transfer of registration. The county auditor shall mail a notice to each registered voter.[ 2013 c 11 § 78; 2003 c 111 § 1903; 1971 ex.s. c 202 § 27; 1965 c 9 § 29.10.060. Prior: 1933 c 1 § 17; RRS § 5114-17. Formerly RCW 29A.76.030, 29.10.060.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.24.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.24 - Filing for Office.|29A.24.010 - Officials to designate position numbers, when—Effect.

RCW 29A.24.010 Officials to designate position numbers, when—Effect.Not less than thirty days before the first day for filing declarations of candidacy under RCW 29A.24.050 for legislative, judicial, county, city, town, or district office, where more than one position with the same name, district number, or title will be voted upon at the succeeding election, the filing officer shall designate the positions to be filled by number.The positions so designated shall be dealt with as separate offices for all election purposes. With the exception of the office of justice of the supreme court, the position numbers shall be assigned, whenever possible, to reflect the position numbers that were used to designate the same positions at the last full-term election for those offices.[ 2003 c 111 § 601. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 79; 1965 c 52 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.15.130, 29.18.015.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.24.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.24 - Filing for Office.|29A.24.020 - Designation of short terms, full terms, and unexpired terms—Filing declarations—Election to both short and full terms.

RCW 29A.24.020 Designation of short terms, full terms, and unexpired terms—Filing declarations—Election to both short and full terms.If at the same election there are short terms or full terms and unexpired terms of office to be filled, the filing officer shall distinguish them and designate the short term, the full term, and the unexpired term, as such, or by use of the words "short term," "unexpired two year term," or "four year term," as the case may be.When both a short term and a full term for the same position are scheduled to be voted upon, or when a short term is created after the close of the filing period, a single declaration of candidacy accompanied by a single filing fee shall be construed as a filing for both the short term and the full term and the name of such candidate shall appear upon the ballot for the position sought with the designation "short term and full term." The candidate elected to both such terms shall be sworn into and assume office for the short term as soon as the election returns have been certified and shall again be sworn into office for the full term.[ 2013 c 11 § 30; 2003 c 111 § 602. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 92; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 120 § 4; 1965 c 9 § 29.21.140; prior: (i) 1927 c 155 § 1, part; 1925 ex.s. c 68 § 1, part; 1921 c 116 § 1, part; 1919 c 85 § 1, part; 1911 c 101 § 1, part; 1909 c 82 § 11, part; 1907 c 209 § 38, part; RRS § 5212, part. (ii) 1933 c 85 § 1, part; RRS § 5213-1, part. Formerly RCW 29.15.140, 29.21.140.]NOTES:Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 120: See note following RCW 29A.52.210.Term of person elected to fill vacancy: RCW 42.12.030.Vacancies in public office, how filled: RCW 42.12.010.
WA Rev Code § 29A.24.031 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.24 - Filing for Office.|29A.24.031 - Declaration of candidacy.

RCW 29A.24.031 Declaration of candidacy.A candidate who desires to have his or her name printed on the ballot for election to an office other than president of the United States, vice president of the United States, or an office for which ownership of property is a prerequisite to voting shall complete and file a declaration of candidacy. The secretary of state shall adopt, by rule, a declaration of candidacy form for the office of precinct committee officer and a separate standard form for candidates for all other offices filing under this chapter. Included on the standard form shall be:(1) A place for the candidate to declare that he or she is a registered voter within the jurisdiction of the office for which he or she is filing, and the address at which he or she is registered;(2) A place for the candidate to indicate the position for which he or she is filing;(3) A place for the candidate to state a party preference, if the office is a partisan office;(4) A place for the candidate to indicate the amount of the filing fee accompanying the declaration of candidacy or for the candidate to indicate that he or she is filing a filing fee petition in lieu of the filing fee under RCW 29A.24.091;(5) A place for the candidate to sign the declaration of candidacy, stating that the information provided on the form is true and swearing or affirming that he or she will support the Constitution and laws of the United States and the Constitution and laws of the state of Washington.In the case of a declaration of candidacy filed electronically, submission of the form constitutes agreement that the information provided with the filing is true, that he or she will support the Constitutions and laws of the United States and the state of Washington, and that he or she agrees to electronic payment of the filing fee established in RCW 29A.24.091.The secretary of state may require any other information on the form he or she deems appropriate to facilitate the filing process.[ 2013 c 11 § 31; 2004 c 271 § 158.]
WA Rev Code § 29A.24.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 29A - Elections|Chapter 29A.24 - Filing for Office.|29A.24.040 - Declaration of candidacy—Electronic filing.

RCW 29A.24.040 Declaration of candidacy—Electronic filing.A candidate may file his or her declaration of candidacy for an office by electronic means on a system specifically designed and authorized by a filing officer to accept filings.(1) Filings that are received electronically must capture all information specified in RCW 29A.24.031 (1) through (4).(2) Electronic filing may begin at 9:00 a.m. the first day of the filing period and continue through 4:00 p.m. the last day of the filing period.[ 2011 c 349 § 6; 2006 c 344 § 5; 2003 c 111 § 604. Prior: 2002 c 140 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.15.044.]NOTES:Effective date—2011 c 349: See note following RCW 29A.04.255.Effective date—2006 c 344 §§ 1-16 and 18-40: See note following RCW 29A.04.311.Implementation—2002 c 140: "The secretary of state may take the necessary steps to ensure that this act is implemented on its effective date." [ 2002 c 140 § 5.]Captions not law—2002 c 140: "Section captions used in this act are not part of the law." [ 2002 c 140 § 6.]